skeletal system Crossword Puzzles
Skeletal System Crossword Bella Columbus 2025-09-15
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- The tongue is impeded in its movement due to the stiffness of a part of the tongue
- Pertaining to the backbone
- Unusual lateral curve of the spine
- Refers to anything to the knee cap
- dentistry that corrects misaligned teeth and jaws
- surgical repair of the vertebral column
- Surgical repair of cartilage
- The five long bones found in the foot
- surgical procedure to remove a portion of the cervix
- Stiffening or fusion of a joint
- X-ray of the spinal cord
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- cell that produces and maintains the cartilaginous matrix
- Inflammation of cartilage
- The softening of bone
- condition is related to the middle of the ankle region
- Pertaining to the bone at the base of the spine
- Surgical technique used to help restore height
- A tumor that is in connective tissue
- branch of biology concerned with the study of bones
- Adjective referring to the fibula
- Back procedure to treat compression fractures
- Incision in the Lumbar region
- Inflammation of the vertebrae
- Inflammation of a bursa
- A malignant tumor of the bone
- Study of the foot
- Formal name for the shinbone
- Pertaining to the ulna
- Cutting or the division of a tendon
- condition or disease of the bone
30 Clues: Study of the foot • The softening of bone • Pertaining to the ulna • Inflammation of a bursa • X-ray of the spinal cord • Inflammation of cartilage • Pertaining to the backbone • Formal name for the shinbone • Surgical repair of cartilage • Incision in the Lumbar region • Inflammation of the vertebrae • A malignant tumor of the bone • Stiffening or fusion of a joint • ...
ICY G6 The Skeletal System 2026-08-06
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- cage-like curved bones
- thicker bone of the lower leg
- finger bones
- backbone
- thicker bone of the lower arm
- bone of the upper leg
- collar bones
- bone of the upper arms
- hip bones
- flat triangular bones at the back
- attaches muscles to bones
- knee cap
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- thinner bone of the lower leg
- long and narrow bone in the middle of the chest
- wrist bone
- covers the surface of the bone
- bone of the head
- ringlike irregularly-shaped bones
- ankle bone
- thinner bone of the lower arm
- attaches bones to a bones
21 Clues: backbone • knee cap • hip bones • wrist bone • ankle bone • finger bones • collar bones • bone of the head • bone of the upper leg • cage-like curved bones • bone of the upper arms • attaches bones to a bones • attaches muscles to bones • thinner bone of the lower leg • thicker bone of the lower leg • thicker bone of the lower arm • thinner bone of the lower arm • covers the surface of the bone • ...
muscle 2013-05-14
20 Clues: Calf • shoulder • In Your But • shin muscle • protect your • easy to flex • neck muscles • muscle sugar • Chest Muscle • in your thigh • cannot control • biggest muscles • help pump blood • behind your arm • Six Pack Muscles • Inside Your Mouth • make your body move • how many in your body • help move face and bones • how many skeletal muscles
MUSCLE MUSCLE MUSCLE 2013-05-14
20 Clues: Calf • shoulder • In Your But • shin muscle • Chest Muscle • easy to flex • muscle sugar • protect your • neck muscles • in your thigh • cannot control • behind your arm • biggest muscles • help pump blood • Six Pack Muscles • Inside Your Mouth • make your body move • how many in your body • help move face and bones • how many skeletal muscles
MUSCLE MUSCLE MUSCLE 2013-05-14
20 Clues: Calf • shoulder • shin muscle • In Your But • easy to flex • Chest Muscle • protect your • neck muscles • muscle sugar • in your thigh • cannot control • behind your arm • biggest muscles • help pump blood • Six Pack Muscles • Inside Your Mouth • make your body move • how many in your body • help move face and bones • how many skeletal muscles
Plant & Animal Systems 2025-02-13
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- The organ in the human body that pumps blood around the body
- The stem structure in plants that carry sugars (glucose) and nutrients down the plant
- The body system that fights disease
- ________ are considered the reproductive organs of plants.
- The type of tropism in which plants grow/respond to touch
- The part of the plant that collects water and nutrients from the soil
- The body system involved in taking in oxygen and removing carbon dioxide
- The type of tropism in which plants grow/respond to gravity
- The body system that creates movement
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- The process where plants use sunlight energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose (sugar) and oxygen
- The body system that includes the skin and acts as a barrier to the environment
- The main organ in the nervous system
- The body system that removes wastes from the body
- The stem structure in plants that absorbs and transports water up the plant
- The part of the plant that contains chlorophyll for photosynthesis
- The body system that regulates body activities using hormones
- The body system that supports the structure of the body, gives it shape, and includes the bones
17 Clues: The body system that fights disease • The main organ in the nervous system • The body system that creates movement • The body system that removes wastes from the body • The type of tropism in which plants grow/respond to touch • ________ are considered the reproductive organs of plants. • The type of tropism in which plants grow/respond to gravity • ...
Skeletal System crossword 2012-12-08
6 Clues: is the largest bone • longest bone is the • stirrup is _________ bone • body won't have a proper _______ without bones • one thing that is part of the skeletal system but isn't a bone • there was no skeletal system we wouldn't be able to stand ________
Bones in the Skeletal System 2021-02-16
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- Another name for shin or shin bone.
- A triangular bone at the base of the spinal column.
- This protects the reproductive organs
- The ___ bone is apart of the skull ans is also known as the lower jaw.
- The large broad bone forming the upper part of each half of the pelvis.
- The ___ and the Ulna are the two bones in the forearm.
- There are 56 of these in total and they are found in the hands and feet.
- This is located within the human thigh.
- These are located between the phalanges and carpal bones.
- This bone protects vital organs such as the heart and the lungs.
- The ankle bone or ___ transfers the weight from the legs to the feet.
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- Otherwise known as the breastbone, this is located at the center of the chest.
- A long thin bone beside the shinbone in the leg.
- This is also called the collarbone and it supports the shoulder.
- This is also known as the upper jaw and it is used to chew food along with the lower jaw.
- This bone is one of the three hip bones located at the front of the pelvic area. It also supports the body when it sits.
- What connects with the shoulder socket in the upper arm?
- These are fused together in order to form the spine.
- This bone protects an important organ used to send messages around the body.
- This joint is usually referred to as the kneecap.
- A set of seven irregularly shaped bones.
21 Clues: Another name for shin or shin bone. • This protects the reproductive organs • This is located within the human thigh. • A set of seven irregularly shaped bones. • A long thin bone beside the shinbone in the leg. • This joint is usually referred to as the kneecap. • A triangular bone at the base of the spinal column. • ...
Bones in the Skeletal System 2021-02-15
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- bones that make up the fingers and toes
- found in the forearm lies laterally
- connects scapula, ulna and radius
- most popular sesamoid bone
- also known as the shoulder blade
- make up the ankle and the heel
- curved bones that protect the lungs and heart
- 33 bones that form the spinal column
- connect ankle to toes
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- keep the reproductive organs from harm
- flat bone found in the centre of the chest
- longest and strongest bone in the body
- small bones that make up the wrist
- large bone on the inside of the lower leg
- connects the arm on each side
- stretches from the elbow to smallest finger
- protects the brain
- only long bone that lies horizontally
- triangular-shaped bone between the hips
- small bone on the outside of the lower leg
20 Clues: protects the brain • connect ankle to toes • most popular sesamoid bone • connects the arm on each side • make up the ankle and the heel • also known as the shoulder blade • connects scapula, ulna and radius • small bones that make up the wrist • found in the forearm lies laterally • 33 bones that form the spinal column • only long bone that lies horizontally • ...
Skeletal System: Words and Roots 2017-06-08
20 Clues: Rib • Jaw • Knee • Heel • Cheek • Joint • Wrist • Fingers • Forehead • Movement • Shoulder • Upper Arm • Bone Loss • Upper Leg • Lower Back • Collar bone • Break in Bone • Bone Formation • Connective Tissue • Inner Membrane of Bone
Chapter 5: The Skeletal System 2016-09-18
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- Bone tissue
- Pain in a bone
- Excision of part of the wrist
- Having to do with something attachted
- Examination of the interior joint
- Excision of a joint
- Neck
- Skin bone
- The bone above the upper teeth
- Pain in the joint
- Medication used to relieve pain
- The lower jawbone
- Inflammtion of a bursa
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- One of the thirty-three segments making up the spinal column
- Highly malignant tumor of the bone
- Chest
- excision (resectioning) of a vertebra
- Pain in a finger (or toe)
- Dense, flexible connective tissue
- Fingers
- Shaft of the long bone
- The collarbone
- Having to do with the arm
- The long bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow
- The lateral leg bone
25 Clues: Neck • Chest • Fingers • Skin bone • Bone tissue • Pain in a bone • The collarbone • Pain in the joint • The lower jawbone • Excision of a joint • The lateral leg bone • Shaft of the long bone • Inflammtion of a bursa • Pain in a finger (or toe) • Having to do with the arm • Excision of part of the wrist • The bone above the upper teeth • Medication used to relieve pain • ...
Chapter 5 Skeletal System Crossword 2016-09-17
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- Medication that exerts analgesic and anti-inflammatory actions
- Straight line trough a physical body
- Bone is made up of __________ tissues
- Break is straight across the bone
- Softening of the Cartilage
- The bone above the upper teeth
- The lateral leg bone
- Fracture of the distal end of the fibula
- The collar bone
- X-ray of the spinal column using contrast medium
- Having to do with the arm
- Finger bones
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- The place where bones come together
- Kneecap
- The long bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow
- Means to form bone
- Break without separation
- Pain in a finger
- Pain in a joint
- Connective tissue
20 Clues: Kneecap • Finger bones • Pain in a joint • The collar bone • Pain in a finger • Connective tissue • Means to form bone • The lateral leg bone • Break without separation • Having to do with the arm • Softening of the Cartilage • The bone above the upper teeth • Break is straight across the bone • The place where bones come together • Straight line trough a physical body • ...
The Skeletal System Crossword Puzzle 2016-09-19
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- A highly malignant tumor of the bone
- The inner membrane inside of bone
- Joint with free movement
- A tumor in the cartilage
- A break in the bone
- A tear in the ligament
- Joint with no movement
- The lower jaw bone
- Mature bone cells
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- Alternate name for the shoulder blade
- Spaces with connective tissue filled with synovial fluid
- The softening of bone
- "meeting place" between bones
- The thin membrane covering the bone
- The formation of bone
- Joint with little movement
- Inflammation of a joint
- Loss of bone mass
- Connective tissue that enables movement
- Alternate name for the collar bone
20 Clues: Loss of bone mass • Mature bone cells • The lower jaw bone • A break in the bone • The softening of bone • The formation of bone • A tear in the ligament • Joint with no movement • Inflammation of a joint • Joint with free movement • A tumor in the cartilage • Joint with little movement • "meeting place" between bones • The inner membrane inside of bone • Alternate name for the collar bone • ...
Chapter 5: The Skeletal System 2015-09-23
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- The thigh bone
- The collarbone
- Field of study that deals with joints and connective tissue disorders
- Straight line through the physical body
- The breast bone
- Comprises the sternum, manubrium of the sternum, ribs and coastal cartilage
- Surgical removal of the bone
- The root word for finger or toe
- The root word for neck
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- The shoulder blade
- A break without separation
- Turning outward
- Bones that make up the fingers
- Disease of the cartilage
- A tear in a ligament or the fibrous tissue that connects bones
- The root word for arm
- The name of the bones that compose the spinal column
- The membrane covering the bone
- Tie bones together
- Bending or being bent
- Movement toward the midline of the body
- Technical term for the ankle
22 Clues: The thigh bone • The collarbone • Turning outward • The breast bone • The shoulder blade • Tie bones together • The root word for arm • Bending or being bent • The root word for neck • Disease of the cartilage • A break without separation • Surgical removal of the bone • Technical term for the ankle • Bones that make up the fingers • The membrane covering the bone • ...
Level 3 Skeletal System Crossword 2014-10-08
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- Carpal bone
- Lateral bone of the lower leg
- Cheekbone
- Mineral stored by bones
- Knee bone
- Bone building cells
- Red blood cells
- Shape of bones designed for protection
- Section of skeleton which facilitates movement
- Shaft of a long bone
- Bones of the fingers and toes
- First cervical vertebrae
- Triangular bone found in the nasal cavity
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- Bone of the pelvic girdle
- end of a long bone
- Collar bone
- Shape of bone found in the vertebrae
- Longest bone in the body
- Bone cell
- Process of bone growth
- Specialised bones found in tendons
- Bone of the heel
- Neck bone which supports the tongue
23 Clues: Cheekbone • Bone cell • Knee bone • Carpal bone • Collar bone • Red blood cells • Bone of the heel • end of a long bone • Bone building cells • Shaft of a long bone • Process of bone growth • Mineral stored by bones • Longest bone in the body • First cervical vertebrae • Bone of the pelvic girdle • Lateral bone of the lower leg • Bones of the fingers and toes • Specialised bones found in tendons • ...
Ch.5 The Skeletal System 2015-02-02
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- Biggest Bone in the Body
- -itis
- Written Record of
- Ankle Bone
- Inflammation of bone
- Excision of a joint
- Collarbone
- Surgical repair of a bone
- Pelv/o
- Carp/o
- Shaft of Long Bone
- Arthr/o
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- Turning outward
- Tear in a ligament
- Movement in a circular direction from a central point
- Bending or being bent
- Movement away from the midline of the body
- -oma
- Kneecap
- Pain in the arm
- To turn downward or backward as with the hand or foot
- Kyph/o
22 Clues: -oma • -itis • Pelv/o • Kyph/o • Carp/o • Kneecap • Arthr/o • Ankle Bone • Collarbone • Turning outward • Pain in the arm • Written Record of • Tear in a ligament • Shaft of Long Bone • Excision of a joint • Inflammation of bone • Bending or being bent • Biggest Bone in the Body • Surgical repair of a bone • Movement away from the midline of the body • Movement in a circular direction from a central point • ...
Skeletal System: Lab Group C 2016-05-11
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- where two bones meet
- bone cells that regulate homeostasis
- the longest bone in your body
- bone cells that make new blood cells
- protects your heart, lungs, and liver
- category of bones that make up the center of the body and maintain humans' upright position
- birth defect causing one foot to face inward and downward
- category of bones that make up the limbs and make movement possible
- type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow
- a disease that many people have, but don't know
- supports a person's body
- protects your spinal cord, made of 26 bones
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- the bones that make up your spine
- a disease caused by deficiency of calcium in the bone
- the wear and tear of bones and joints, commonly found in the elderly
- a tumor that destroys normal bone tissue
- the soft tissue within bones, makes blood cells
- the body responding to its environment and maintaining internal stability
- holds your ribs in place
- when bones become execessively weak and prone to fracture
- the skeleton in the human head
- soft material that makes up part of a baby's bones before they're replaced by bone
- there are 206 of these in an adult body
- the overuse of tendons
24 Clues: where two bones meet • the overuse of tendons • holds your ribs in place • supports a person's body • the longest bone in your body • the skeleton in the human head • the bones that make up your spine • bone cells that regulate homeostasis • bone cells that make new blood cells • protects your heart, lungs, and liver • there are 206 of these in an adult body • ...
Bones and Skeletal tissue system 2023-12-18
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- a small, wing-like projection of bone that points outward from each vertebra along the spine.
- Is the most prevalent cartilage, it is also commonly known as articular cartilage.
- small bone commonly found embedded within a muscle or tendon near joint surfaces.
- made up of a layer of spongy bone between two thin layers of compact bone.
- Is the cartilage that provides structural support to the nose. It is considered a hyaline cartilage.
- The skull protects the brain,Rib cage protects the organs these are examples of__________
- known as body fat.
- small rounded point of a bone. It also refers to a nodule attached to bone, mucous membrane (moist layer lining parts of the body), or skin.
- A large prominence on the side of the bone. Some of the largest muscle groups and most dense connective tissues attach
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- Contains loosely packed collagen fibers and a generous amount of elastic fibers.
- vary in shape and structure and therefore do not fit into any other category (flat, short, long, or sesamoid).
- A compressible but resilient type of cartilage. Can act as shock absorber.
- A raised or prominent part of the edge of a bone. Crests are often the sites where connective tissue attaches muscle to bone.
- a bump or protuberance on a long bone where tendons and ligaments connect.
- refers to a long, thin projection, often with a rough surface. Ridge and crest refer to a long, narrow line.
- Refers to a large prominence, which often provides structural support to the overlying hyaline cartilage.
- his is the cartilage that attaches to your ribs to your sternum it is categorized as a hyaline cartilage.
- Is a connective tissue of the skeletal system. Its purpose is to cushion the joints, Allow for free movement of a joint.
- contains our limbs and pelvis.
- a rounded prominence. especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments.
20 Clues: known as body fat. • contains our limbs and pelvis. • A compressible but resilient type of cartilage. Can act as shock absorber. • a bump or protuberance on a long bone where tendons and ligaments connect. • made up of a layer of spongy bone between two thin layers of compact bone. • Contains loosely packed collagen fibers and a generous amount of elastic fibers. • ...
Chp 7 Skeletal System Vocab 2022-10-05
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- Interlocking line of union between bones
- Platelike structures with broad surfaces.
- Tubelike passageway within the bone
- having a variety of shapes, animist are connected to several bones
- Furrow or groove
- Occipital bone joins the parietal bones along the lambdoid suture
- forms the anterior portion of the skill above the eyes
- Small, knoblike process
- Small, nearly flat surface
- Narrow, ridge like projection
- Enlargement on the end of a bone
- bone on each side of the skull joins the parietal bone along a squamous suture
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- Roughly equal lengths and widths
- Knoblike process usually larger than tubercle
- Relatively large process
- Thorn like projection
- Prominent projection on a bone
- Projection situated above condyle
- Relatively deep pit or depression
- Soft spot in the skull where membranes cover the spaces between the bones
- Having long longitudinal axes and expanded ends
- Opening through a bone that usually is a passageway for blood vessels, nerves or ligaments.
- Cavity within the bone
23 Clues: Furrow or groove • Thorn like projection • Cavity within the bone • Small, knoblike process • Relatively large process • Small, nearly flat surface • Narrow, ridge like projection • Prominent projection on a bone • Roughly equal lengths and widths • Enlargement on the end of a bone • Projection situated above condyle • Relatively deep pit or depression • ...
Anatomy Skeletal System Crossword Puzzle 2023-03-31
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- Lower-arm bone on the same side as the thumb
- Lower posterior portion of the pubic bone
- Slightly curved triangular-shaped bone near the base of the spine
- Irregular bones making up your spine
- Largest and strongest bone in the human
- Two large flat bones that help protect the lower half of the body
- Jaw Bone
- Broad blade-shaped bone that forms the back sides of the pubic bone
- End of the spine
- Lower leg bone supports all of your weight
- Bones that make up the human head
- Upper Jaw
- Point of the elbow (Funny Bone)
- Knee cap
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- Lower-arm bone on the same side as the pinky finger
- Set of flat bones that protect the heart and lungs
- Bone of the upper arm
- Back shoulder bone
- Long flat bone in the front of the body that connects to the ribs
- Lower leg bone small and does not support your weight
- Ankle bone
- Fingers and toes
- Long curved flat bones that for the ribcage
- Wrist bones,short bones
- Long bone connecting your arms to your ribcage
- Bones that make up the feet
26 Clues: Jaw Bone • Knee cap • Upper Jaw • Ankle bone • Fingers and toes • End of the spine • Back shoulder bone • Bone of the upper arm • Wrist bones,short bones • Bones that make up the feet • Point of the elbow (Funny Bone) • Bones that make up the human head • Irregular bones making up your spine • Largest and strongest bone in the human • Lower posterior portion of the pubic bone • ...
Homeostatic Imbalences of Skeletal System. 2022-10-14
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- Hunch back
- Fracture is common in older people with brittle bones
- When a bone is crushed, common in porous bones
- Disease when uric acid accumulates in the blood and may create needle-shaped crystals.
- When scar tissue ossifies and bone ends fuse
- result from trauma that breaks or twists.
- Disease in children when a bone fails to calcify.
- When a bone breaks and penetrates the skin.
- When a bone is forced out of its normal position
- The ligaments or tendons that reinforce the joint is damaged by excessive stretching.
- Common sports fracture, Excessive twisting.
- Lumbar is Anterior
- Inflammation describes over 100 inflammatory or degenerative diseases.
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- The drying of discs and weakening ligaments.
- Grow around margins of eroded cartilage, restricting joint movement.
- Bone breaks cleanly and does not penetrate the skin.
- When the inflamed synovial membrane thickens
- Broken bones pressed inward
- The most common type of arthritis, a chronic degenerative condition, typically affects elders.
- is Water on the knee, due to inflammation of bursae or the synovial membrane
- A chronic inflammatory disorder, usually ages 40-50.
- Fracture is common in children who have more flexible bones
- The Lateral curvature of the spine
- Broken bone ends forced toward each other
- crunching noise
25 Clues: Hunch back • crunching noise • Lumbar is Anterior • Broken bones pressed inward • The Lateral curvature of the spine • result from trauma that breaks or twists. • Broken bone ends forced toward each other • When a bone breaks and penetrates the skin. • Common sports fracture, Excessive twisting. • The drying of discs and weakening ligaments. • ...
Chapter 7 Skeletal System Vocabulary 2024-09-18
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- Either end of a long bone
- The spinal cord that consists of vertebrae
- Branching bony plate that separates irregular spaces within spongy bone
- Movement of a part towards the back
- A bone with a long longitudinal axis and expanded ends
- Production of blood cells from dividing stem and progenitor cells
- Shaft of a long bone
- A series of flat bones that enclose the chest cavity
- The triangular bone in the lower back formed from fused vertebrae
- Saclike, fluid-filled cushioning structure, lined with a synovial membrane, near a joint
- One of the bones making up the hip bone
- Mature bone cell
- Basin-shaped structure formed by the sacrum and hip bones
- The bone that is attached to the end of the sacrum and is composed of four fused vertebrae
- Turning the plantar surface of the foot outward, away from the midline
- Upward or forward rotation of the palm
- The cranium and the facial bones
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- Movement increasing the angle between bones at a joint
- Connective tissue in spaces in bones
- Movement of a body part away from the midline
- Membranous region between certain developing cranial bones in the skull of a fetus or infant
- Downward or backward rotation of the palm
- Dense connective tissue covering the surface of a bone
- The shoulder blades
- Turning the plantar surface of the foot inward, toward the midline
- Bone-forming cell
- Fibrocartilage that separates the articulating surfaces of bones in the knee
- Movement of a body part toward the midline
- Pertaining to the ankle or any of the individual ankle bones
- Forward movement of a body part
- Movement decreasing the angle between bones at a joint
- The bony part of the skull that encloses the brain
- The organ system that includes the bones
33 Clues: Mature bone cell • Bone-forming cell • The shoulder blades • Shaft of a long bone • Either end of a long bone • Forward movement of a body part • The cranium and the facial bones • Movement of a part towards the back • Connective tissue in spaces in bones • Upward or forward rotation of the palm • One of the bones making up the hip bone • The organ system that includes the bones • ...
Nervous, Skeletal, and Muscular System 2025-01-01
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- the largest part of the brain, responsible for higher-level functions such as thought, memory, and language
- displacement of a bone from its joint
- a short band of tough, flexible fibrous connective tissue which connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.
- a muscle that straightens a joint
- the part of the brain that controls balance and coordination
- the part of the brain that connects the cerebrum and cerebellum to the spinal cord
- A tough, flexible tissue that lines joints and gives structure to the nose, ears, larynx, and other parts of the body.
- a crack or break in a bone
- muscles that are under voluntary control
- branching fibers that receive signals from other neurons
- The process of creating bone, that is of transforming cartilage into bone
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- nerve cells that transmit signals throughout the body
- a flexible but inelastic cord of strong fibrous collagen tissue attaching a muscle to a bone.
- muscle found in the heart
- a condition in which an organ protrudes through a weak spot in the muscle or tissue that surrounds it
- a muscle that bends a joint
- inflammation of a tendon
- a neurological disorder that causes seizures
- muscles that are not under voluntary control
- a disorder that affects muscle movement and coordination
20 Clues: inflammation of a tendon • muscle found in the heart • a crack or break in a bone • a muscle that bends a joint • a muscle that straightens a joint • displacement of a bone from its joint • muscles that are under voluntary control • a neurological disorder that causes seizures • muscles that are not under voluntary control • ...
Human body the skeletal system 2025-08-13
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- Bones of the limb are
- joint A joint that allows only back and forth movements
- joint A joint that allows to glide
- Protects the delicate organs such as heart and lungs
- A long and flexible bony structure
- Soft tissues present in our body
- A framework of bones present in the body
- A place in the skeleton where two or more bones connect
- Bones are held together with the help of
- marrow A jelly like structure present inside the bone's
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- A strong,elastic,yellowish or white coloured tissue present around the joints
- ribs The two pairs ribs are called
- Upper leg has Longest bone in the body called
- U shaped bone in the lower jaw
- The bone of the wrist is
- Protects the brain
- Helps in formation of bones and teeth
- cord The backbone encloses and protects the delicate
- A way in which we keep our body while sitting or standing
- A bony,ring like structure
20 Clues: Protects the brain • Bones of the limb are • The bone of the wrist is • A bony,ring like structure • U shaped bone in the lower jaw • Soft tissues present in our body • ribs The two pairs ribs are called • joint A joint that allows to glide • A long and flexible bony structure • Helps in formation of bones and teeth • A framework of bones present in the body • ...
Human body the skeletal system 2025-08-13
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- Bones of the limb are
- joint A joint that allows only back and forth movements
- joint A joint that allows to glide
- Protects the delicate organs such as heart and lungs
- A long and flexible bony structure
- Soft tissues present in our body
- A framework of bones present in the body
- A place in the skeleton where two or more bones connect
- Bones are held together with the help of
- marrow A jelly like structure present inside the bone's
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- A strong,elastic,yellowish or white coloured tissue present around the joints
- ribs The two pairs ribs are called
- Upper leg has Longest bone in the body called
- U shaped bone in the lower jaw
- The bone of the wrist is
- Protects the brain
- Helps in formation of bones and teeth
- cord The backbone encloses and protects the delicate
- A way in which we keep our body while sitting or standing
- A bony,ring like structure
20 Clues: Protects the brain • Bones of the limb are • The bone of the wrist is • A bony,ring like structure • U shaped bone in the lower jaw • Soft tissues present in our body • ribs The two pairs ribs are called • joint A joint that allows to glide • A long and flexible bony structure • Helps in formation of bones and teeth • A framework of bones present in the body • ...
Nervous, Muscular, and Skeletal System 2026-03-17
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- carries signals throughout the body
- when a muscle tightens
- connects bone to bone
- where two bones meet
- muscle found only in the heart
- movement you do not control
- a cell that sends and receives signals
- ability to work over time
- movement you control
- ability to move the body
- supports the body and protects organs
- supports the body and protects the spinal cord
- holds up the body
- arms, legs, wings, or fins used for movement
- the brain and spinal cord
- skeleton inside the body
- carries messages between the brain and body
- ways the body gathers information
- muscle attached to bone for movement
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- all nerves outside the brain and spinal cord
- how the body reacts to something
- flexible tissue that reduces friction
- mineral that strengthens bones
- a message sent through the nervous system
- hard structure that supports the body
- muscle in organs that works automatically
- carries information to the brain
- skeleton on the outside of the body
- ability to produce force
- connects muscle to bone
- a quick, automatic reaction
- makes blood cells inside bones
- keeps organs safe
- mineral that helps build bones
- controls the body and processes information
- connects neurons within the brain and spinal cord
- a single muscle cell
- tissue that helps the body move
- when a muscle loosens
- something that causes a reaction
- carries signals to muscles
- protect the heart and lungs
- protects the brain
- all the bones in the body
44 Clues: keeps organs safe • holds up the body • protects the brain • where two bones meet • movement you control • a single muscle cell • connects bone to bone • when a muscle loosens • when a muscle tightens • connects muscle to bone • ability to produce force • ability to move the body • skeleton inside the body • ability to work over time • the brain and spinal cord • all the bones in the body • ...
Human body systems 2022-03-16
Across
- this organ can break down fats and remove toxins from the body
- our brains __________ to signals by moving our muscles
- a large muscle below the lungs that help with breathing
- this type of intestine mainly absorbs water
- groups of cells of the same kind that have a specific function and make up organs
- the main organ of the respiratory system
- this organ system removes wastes from the body
- this type of intestine mainly absorbs nutrients
- when moving our bodies, we need a lot of __________ that comes from food and oxygen
- our brains can ___________ signals
- this organ from the excretory system stores urine
- this organ produces acid and moves its muscles to break down food
- body parts that perform specific functions
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- this structure can shorten and lengthen to move our bones
- this is our largest organ
- the main goal of this organ system is to provide oxygen to our bodies
- this organ system is closely related to food
- the 206 bones in our bodies make up this organ system
- this organ filters water and waste from the blood
- this organ allows our body to adjust sugar levels
- the heart is the main part of this organ system
- system a group of organs that do a particular job
- this structure allows signals to move from our sensory organs to our brains
23 Clues: this is our largest organ • our brains can ___________ signals • the main organ of the respiratory system • body parts that perform specific functions • this type of intestine mainly absorbs water • this organ system is closely related to food • this organ system removes wastes from the body • this type of intestine mainly absorbs nutrients • ...
Muscular System 2017-04-30
Across
- Central Nervous System
- Heart rate
- Rapid heart
- Ambulate
- Surgical repair of a joint
- Kilogram
- Rest, ice, compression and elevation
- The result of a wrench or twist of the ligaments of a joint
- Referring to the heart
- To impair, injure, or weaken
Down
- Recording of electrical nerve transmission in skeletal muscle
- Abnormal shortening of muscles around a joint caused by atrophy of the muscles and resulting in flexion and fixation
- X-Ray of joints
- Inflammation of the tendon
- Pound
- Painkiller
- Potassium
- Pulse
- Gastrointestinal
- Tumor of the muscles
20 Clues: Pound • Pulse • Ambulate • Kilogram • Potassium • Heart rate • Painkiller • Rapid heart • X-Ray of joints • Gastrointestinal • Tumor of the muscles • Central Nervous System • Referring to the heart • Inflammation of the tendon • Surgical repair of a joint • To impair, injure, or weaken • Rest, ice, compression and elevation • The result of a wrench or twist of the ligaments of a joint • ...
reflex arc 2022-09-27
Across
- abbreviation of the other major part of the nervous system
- ______ neuron: what tells your body to move and react to the stimuli
- the beginning of the reflex arc
- the body part that causes you to react (for example, muscles)
- towards central nervous system
- abbreviation of one of two major parts of the nervous system: includes the brain and spinal cord
- ______ neuron: neurons that are activated by the environment
- _______ response: the skeletal muscle of your body reacting to something (e.g. blinking)
Down
- _____ response when your internal organs react to something (this usually goes unnoticed by you)
- How you actually react to the stimuli, not what causes you to react
- towards the peripheral nervous system
- the reaction you have to a stimulus
- ______ neuron: a neuron that's part of the reflex arc, found in the spinal cord
- the pathway that causes reflexes
- something that sparks a reaction
- without meaning to
16 Clues: without meaning to • towards central nervous system • the beginning of the reflex arc • the pathway that causes reflexes • something that sparks a reaction • the reaction you have to a stimulus • towards the peripheral nervous system • abbreviation of the other major part of the nervous system • ______ neuron: neurons that are activated by the environment • ...
Human Systems 2025-01-27
Across
- _____________ system helps the body to move
- _____________ system helps to break down food into simpler substances
- Pushes food down towards the stomach
- _____________ system is involved in the exchange of gases between our body and our surroundings
Down
- Absorbs water from undigested food
- Breaks down food into small pieces during chewing
- ______________ system gives the body its shape and protects important parts of the body
- Digestion ends here and digested food is absorbed into the body
- ______________ system carries substances to different parts of the body
- Mixes food with digestive juices and digests food further
10 Clues: Absorbs water from undigested food • Pushes food down towards the stomach • _____________ system helps the body to move • Breaks down food into small pieces during chewing • Mixes food with digestive juices and digests food further • Digestion ends here and digested food is absorbed into the body • ...
P4 Human System 2026-02-05
Across
- system helps to break down food into simpler substances
- is the part that pushes food down towards the stomach
- system carries substances to different parts of the body
- intestine is where digestion ends and digested food is absorbed into the blood
- system helps the body move
Down
- system is involved in the exchange of gases
- is the part that mixes food with digestive juices
- system that gives the body its shape and protects important parts of the body
- is where digestion begins
- intestine absorbs water from undigested food
10 Clues: is where digestion begins • system helps the body move • system is involved in the exchange of gases • intestine absorbs water from undigested food • is the part that mixes food with digestive juices • is the part that pushes food down towards the stomach • system helps to break down food into simpler substances • ...
Body Systems 2023-09-07
Across
- organs to produce hormones & offspring
- allows movement & function
- removes waste from the body
- System breaks down nutrients
- protective layer & body's first defense
- provide structure & support
- Body's message center
Down
- delivers oxygen rich blood & nutrient to body
- produces & regulates hormones
- processes oxygen and removes carbon dioxide
- fights infection
11 Clues: fights infection • Body's message center • allows movement & function • removes waste from the body • provide structure & support • System breaks down nutrients • produces & regulates hormones • organs to produce hormones & offspring • protective layer & body's first defense • processes oxygen and removes carbon dioxide • delivers oxygen rich blood & nutrient to body
Anatomy 2023-10-17
Across
- - Regulates blood sugar
- - Transmit electrical signals
- - Filter waste from blood
- - Connects bone to bone
- - Carries blood away
- - Part of immune system
- - Tissue for movement
- - Body's outer covering
- - Blood-pumping organ
- - Food tube
- - Stores bile
- - Heart's protective sac
- - Control center
- - Fat tissue
- - Chest bone
- - Basic structural unit
Down
- - Connects muscle to bone
- - Head bone
- - Connects kidney to bladder
- - Carries blood to the heart
- - Metabolism and detoxification
- - Voice box
- - Absorbs nutrients
- - Breathing organs
- - Stores urine
- - Digestive organ
- - Flexible connective tissue
- - Skeletal structure
- - Windpipe
- - Backbone
30 Clues: - Windpipe • - Backbone • - Head bone • - Voice box • - Food tube • - Fat tissue • - Chest bone • - Stores bile • - Stores urine • - Control center • - Digestive organ • - Breathing organs • - Absorbs nutrients • - Carries blood away • - Skeletal structure • - Tissue for movement • - Blood-pumping organ • - Regulates blood sugar • - Connects bone to bone • - Part of immune system • - Body's outer covering • ...
填字游戏词汇库-健康类-G2-医疗专业 2025-03-26
Across
- Inherited traits (~ disorder)
- Breathing system (~ infection)
- Medical operation (~ recovery)
- Medication dispensary (~ technician)
- Physical condition (~ tracker)
- Physical/emotional injury (~ therapy)
- Tissue for movement (~ strain)
- Global disease (~ control)
- Diet expert (~ advice)
- Circulatory fluid (~ pressure)
- Therapy recovery (~ center)
- Physical injury (~ healing)
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- Bacteria killer (~ resistance)
- Severe but short (~ pain)
- Healing process (~ period)
- Child healthcare (~ clinic)
- Widespread disease (词根: dem-)
- Disease indication (~ check)
- Doctor's order (~ drug)
- Disease identification (~ tool)
- Body functions (词根: physio-)
- Disease prevention (~ shot)
- Outer organ (~ care)
- Follicle growth (~ loss)
- Skeletal component (~ fracture)
25 Clues: Outer organ (~ care) • Diet expert (~ advice) • Doctor's order (~ drug) • Follicle growth (~ loss) • Severe but short (~ pain) • Healing process (~ period) • Global disease (~ control) • Child healthcare (~ clinic) • Disease prevention (~ shot) • Therapy recovery (~ center) • Physical injury (~ healing) • Disease indication (~ check) • Body functions (词根: physio-) • ...
Biology terms 2026-04-16
Across
- breaks down food
- after transcription and creates protiens
- long term energy
- in transcription DNA turns into...
- how species evolve traits overtime
- provides strength and structure in an organism
- create protein
- hold genetic info
- first organisms on food chain and pyramid
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- eat producers
- powerhouse of the cell
- eat secondary consumers
- eat primary consumers
- short term energy
- represent flow of energy in a food chain
- the evolution of animals over long periods of time
- provides bones and structure
- needs host cell to reproduce
- system that creates offspring
- study of life
20 Clues: eat producers • study of life • create protein • breaks down food • long term energy • short term energy • hold genetic info • eat primary consumers • powerhouse of the cell • eat secondary consumers • provides bones and structure • needs host cell to reproduce • system that creates offspring • in transcription DNA turns into... • how species evolve traits overtime • ...
Nervous System 2023-02-06
Across
- the branch of the autonomic nervous system that regulates our daily routines
- This system involves the brain and spinal cord
- the smooth grooves between gyri
- inflammation of the meninges
- This part of the brain is in charge of skeletal muscles development and movement
- the branch of the autonomic nervous system that initiates our flight or flight responses
- autoimmune disease that destroys myelin sheath
- involved with your emotions
- Carries impulses from one part of the CNS to another part of the CNS
- This separates the frontal lobe from the temporal lobe
Down
- Coordinates balance from sensory input around the body
- The lipid that surrounds most axons.
- the outer layer of the cerebrum
- regulates bodily functions through the hormones it produces
- This system involves the nerves outside of your brain and spinal cord
- This consists of three protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord
16 Clues: involved with your emotions • inflammation of the meninges • the smooth grooves between gyri • the outer layer of the cerebrum • The lipid that surrounds most axons. • This system involves the brain and spinal cord • autoimmune disease that destroys myelin sheath • Coordinates balance from sensory input around the body • ...
Organ system Crossword 2017-08-31
Across
- Breaks down food
- returns fluids to blood vessels
- Removes carbon dioxide
- Forms the external body covering
- Protects and supports body organs
Down
- Secretes Regulatory hormones
- Allows locomotion in the body
- Water electrolytes
- system Production of offspring
- Transports materials in body
- Responds to internal and external change
11 Clues: Breaks down food • Water electrolytes • Removes carbon dioxide • Secretes Regulatory hormones • Transports materials in body • Allows locomotion in the body • system Production of offspring • returns fluids to blood vessels • Forms the external body covering • Protects and supports body organs • Responds to internal and external change
Anatomy and Physiology 2020-08-25
Across
- The muscles of the face and neck are made up of ________ muscles.
- These combine to form organs.
- Which body system do we use drainage movements to remove wastes and toxins from the body?
- This system is made up of bones, cartilage and ligaments.
- The study of the function of the human body.
- This layer of the epidermis consists of many layers of dead cells.
- This system is made up of skin, nails and hair.
- What is the clear fluid in the Lymphatic System?
Down
- The study of the structure of the human body.
- The first level of the organisational structure.
- The main function of the cardiovascular system.
- How many body systems make up the human body?
- What is the name of colour being brought to the skin which increases oxygen and nutrients to the skin?
- What is the largest organ of the body?
- Which layer of the epidermis is only found in the lips, palms and soles?
- This system is made up of endocrine glands and hormones.
- Massaging the muscles prevents this.
17 Clues: These combine to form organs. • Massaging the muscles prevents this. • What is the largest organ of the body? • The study of the function of the human body. • The study of the structure of the human body. • How many body systems make up the human body? • The main function of the cardiovascular system. • This system is made up of skin, nails and hair. • ...
Skeletal System Notes Scavenger Hunt 2022-02-08
Across
- Longest bone of the body
- Crack or break in a bone
- Type of joints that allow free movement
- Skeleton division that includes arms & legs
- Skeleton division that includes skull & vertebrae
- Cells that build up bone
- A hormone that regulates calcium homeostasis
- Tailbone
- End of a bone, forms a joint
- Soft spots in infantile skull
Down
- Joint that connects skull bones
- Shock-absorber found between vertebrae
- Long shaft of a bone
- Finger and toe bones
- Cells that break bone down
- 7 vertebrae of the neck region
- Bone cell
- Unit of rings that make up bone tissue
- Process of bone formation from cartilage
- Bone of the upper arm
20 Clues: Tailbone • Bone cell • Long shaft of a bone • Finger and toe bones • Bone of the upper arm • Longest bone of the body • Crack or break in a bone • Cells that build up bone • Cells that break bone down • End of a bone, forms a joint • Soft spots in infantile skull • 7 vertebrae of the neck region • Joint that connects skull bones • Shock-absorber found between vertebrae • ...
Muscular and Skeletal System Crossword 2014-03-04
Across
- / connective tissue that is the outer covering of a muscle tissue.
- / part of the muscle that moves alone with the bone.
- / a protein that forms filaments that slide between filaments of the protein myosin, contracting muscle fibers.
- / the end of a muscle that connects to a relatively immovable part.
- / an enlargement of an organ or tissue.
- / type of muscle attached to bones.
- / a type of neurotransmitter which is a biochemical secreted at axon ends at many neuron ends.
- / chemicals that axons secrete on effectors of other neurons.
- / wasting or decreasing size of body organs or tissues.
- / time between application of a stimulus and beginning of a response in muscle fiber.
- / a muscle that is connected at either of both ends to a bone.
- / thin layer of connective tissue surrounding each skeletal muscle fiber.
- / a sheath of connective tissue that encloses a bundle of skeletal muscle fibers.
- / the fine transparent tubular sheath that envelopes the fivers of skeletal muscles.
- / transfer electric impulses, bundles of muscle fibers.
- / pigmented protein in muscle that carries oxygen.
- / a structural unit of myofibril muscle consisting of a dark band, segments of myofiber.
- / the outer sheath of connective tissue that surrounds a skeletal muscle.
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- / grooved scratches or channels especially one with a parallel series.
- / the formation of muscular tissue, particularly during embryonic development.
- / found between cardiac muscle fibers in the hear.
- / a protein that with actin, forms the filaments that contract muscle fibers.
- / when the muscles of your intestine or another canal constrict and relax. While doing this they push the contents inside of it forward as they make wavelike motions.
- / involuntary muscle tissue in the walls of viscera and blood vessels, consisting of non striated spindle-shaped cells.
- / connective tissue that connects muscle to bones.
- / muscle cells.
- / muscle that controls the movement of the heart.
- / a thread like object that lies parallel and makes up the sarcoplasm.
28 Clues: / muscle cells. • / type of muscle attached to bones. • / an enlargement of an organ or tissue. • / muscle that controls the movement of the heart. • / found between cardiac muscle fibers in the hear. • / connective tissue that connects muscle to bones. • / pigmented protein in muscle that carries oxygen. • / part of the muscle that moves alone with the bone. • ...
Week 5 Skeletal System M.Vance 2015-09-28
Across
- Shin bone
- Lateral curvature of the spine; S-shaped curvature
- Inflammation of rib cartilage
- Device used in arthroscopy
- Removing fluid from a joint
- Saclike connective structure found in some joints; protects moving parts from friction
- Medication used to relieve pain
- X-ray of the spinal column using contrast medium
- Membrane that surrounds the outside of the bone
- Injury to a ligament
- Shaft of the long bone
- Correcting a fracture by realigning the bone pieces
Down
- The bones of the sole of the foot
- Atrophy and thinning of bone tissue
- Break in a bone
- Malignant tumor arising from the cartilage
- Suturing together the parts of a broken bone
- Surgical cutting of bone
- Bone formed from five vertebrae fused together near the base of the spinal column
- Having to do with something attached
- Fingers
- Excision of a vertebra
- The bone in the ankle that articulates with the tibia and fibula
- Inflammation of a joint
- Dense, flexible connective tissue
25 Clues: Fingers • Shin bone • Break in a bone • Injury to a ligament • Excision of a vertebra • Shaft of the long bone • Inflammation of a joint • Surgical cutting of bone • Device used in arthroscopy • Removing fluid from a joint • Inflammation of rib cartilage • Medication used to relieve pain • The bones of the sole of the foot • Dense, flexible connective tissue • ...
Skeletal System - Mohammed Y Khan 2016-02-22
Across
- pain in a rib(s)
- fingers
- pain in a finger (or toe)
- one of the six main cranial bones
- the bone in the ankle that articulates with the tibia and fibula
- bony, daggerlike structure at the lower end of the sternum
- chest
- the breast bone
- bending a joint
- end of the long bone
Down
- disease due to vitamin D deficiency characterized by deficient calcification and soft bones associated with skeletal deformities
- the bone above the upper teeth
- the lateral leg bone
- noninvasive imaging test; imaging anatomical information from a cross-sectional plane of the body
- bone tissue
- the heel bone
- dense, flexible connective tissue
- membrane that surrounds the outside of the bone
- having to do with something attached
- formation of bone
- abnormally low bone density
- joint with little movement
- a fibrous membrane joining bones, especially cranial bones
23 Clues: chest • fingers • bone tissue • the heel bone • the breast bone • bending a joint • pain in a rib(s) • formation of bone • the lateral leg bone • end of the long bone • pain in a finger (or toe) • joint with little movement • abnormally low bone density • the bone above the upper teeth • dense, flexible connective tissue • one of the six main cranial bones • having to do with something attached • ...
Chapter 5: The Skeletal System 2016-09-12
Across
- "tailbone"
- A broken bone
- Movement toward the midline of the body
- Collarbone
- Kneecap
- A joint with no movement
- Bone tissue
- Chest bone
Down
- The neck
- The heel bone
- Shoulder Blade
- Wrist bones
- Inflammation of bone
- The end of a long bone
- The shaft of a long bone
- Turning outward
- A place where bones come together
- The covering of a bone
- The medical specialty dealing with the musculoskeletal system
- Thigh bone
20 Clues: Kneecap • The neck • "tailbone" • Collarbone • Thigh bone • Chest bone • Wrist bones • Bone tissue • The heel bone • A broken bone • Shoulder Blade • Turning outward • Inflammation of bone • The end of a long bone • The covering of a bone • The shaft of a long bone • A joint with no movement • A place where bones come together • Movement toward the midline of the body • ...
PBL Skeletal System Functions (AC) 2022-09-27
Across
- bone of the forearm
- connective tissue that connects two bones
- connections of the bones that form a skeleton
- relating to the neck
- bones of the nose
- upper jawbone
- shoulder blade
- spongy tissue found in the center of some bones
- relating to the chest
- kneecap
- thigh bone
Down
- lower jawbone
- flexible fibrous tissue
- shinbone
- collarbone
- relating to the lower back
- relating to the wrist
- pertaining to the spine
- tailbone
- bone of the upper arm
20 Clues: kneecap • shinbone • tailbone • collarbone • thigh bone • lower jawbone • upper jawbone • shoulder blade • bones of the nose • bone of the forearm • relating to the neck • relating to the wrist • relating to the chest • bone of the upper arm • flexible fibrous tissue • pertaining to the spine • relating to the lower back • connective tissue that connects two bones • ...
Joints of the Skeletal System 2022-12-05
Across
- The only moveable bone in the skull.
- Wrist bones.
- Membranous borders between an infants cranial bones allow them to slide over each other to facilitate birth. They later ossify.
- Vertebra with ribs attached, posteriorly.
- Foot bones.
- The bones that enclose and protect the brain.
- Bone that helps form the prominence of the cheek.
- The 1st vertebra (V1 - most superior) that supports the head.
- Hand bones.
- The hip's cup-shaped cavity that receives the femur head.
- The shaft of a long bone.
- Air-filled cavities in the skull
- The most inferior portion of the sternum.
- The "tailbone" at the bottom of the vertebral column.
- The cavity in the center of a long bone.
Down
- Bone forming cells.
- Ankle bones.
- Between the most inferior "last" lumbar vertebra (L5) and coccyx.
- Blood cell formation.
- Finger & toe bones.
- Neck vertebra.
- Lower back vertebra, below the ribs.
- Also known commonly known as the kneecap.
- The foramen (opening) where the spinal cord exits the skull.
- Thyroid hormone that decreases calcium levels in your blood by stimulating osteoblasts to form bone tissue. It opposes the parathyroid hormone that increases blood calcium levels.
- The end of a long bone.
- The "Adam's Apple" bone that tongue muscles attach to.
- Bone cells.
- Cells that break-down calcified bone tissue (matrix).
- Cylinder-shaped unit of compact bone also called a Haversian System.
- The largest & most superior hip bone.
- The 2nd vertebra (V2) allowing the head to turn side to side.
32 Clues: Foot bones. • Hand bones. • Bone cells. • Ankle bones. • Wrist bones. • Neck vertebra. • Bone forming cells. • Finger & toe bones. • Blood cell formation. • The end of a long bone. • The shaft of a long bone. • Air-filled cavities in the skull • The only moveable bone in the skull. • Lower back vertebra, below the ribs. • The largest & most superior hip bone. • ...
Joints of the Skeletal System 2022-12-05
Across
- Also known commonly known as the kneecap.
- Lower back vertebra, below the ribs.
- The end of a long bone.
- Cells that break-down calcified bone tissue (matrix).
- Foot bones.
- Membranous borders between an infants cranial bones allow them to slide over each other to facilitate birth. They later ossify.
- The foramen (opening) where the spinal cord exits the skull.
- Bone cells.
- The largest & most superior hip bone.
- The "Adam's Apple" bone that tongue muscles attach to.
- The shaft of a long bone.
- Wrist bones.
- Between the most inferior "last" lumbar vertebra (L5) and coccyx.
- Bone that helps form the prominence of the cheek.
Down
- Finger & toe bones.
- The hip's cup-shaped cavity that receives the femur head.
- The most inferior portion of the sternum.
- Cylinder-shaped unit of compact bone also called a Haversian System.
- Hand bones.
- Vertebra with ribs attached, posteriorly.
- Thyroid hormone that decreases calcium levels in your blood by stimulating osteoblasts to form bone tissue. It opposes the parathyroid hormone that increases blood calcium levels.
- The bones that enclose and protect the brain.
- The 1st vertebra (V1 - most superior) that supports the head.
- Bone forming cells.
- Blood cell formation.
- The 2nd vertebra (V2) allowing the head to turn side to side.
- The cavity in the center of a long bone.
- The only moveable bone in the skull.
- Ankle bones.
- Air-filled cavities in the skull
- Neck vertebra.
- The "tailbone" at the bottom of the vertebral column.
32 Clues: Hand bones. • Foot bones. • Bone cells. • Ankle bones. • Wrist bones. • Neck vertebra. • Finger & toe bones. • Bone forming cells. • Blood cell formation. • The end of a long bone. • The shaft of a long bone. • Air-filled cavities in the skull • Lower back vertebra, below the ribs. • The only moveable bone in the skull. • The largest & most superior hip bone. • ...
Joints of the Skeletal System 2022-12-02
Across
- The type of joint in the elbow.
- Freely movable joints.
- Moving a part towards the body's midline.
- Moving a part away from the body's midline.
- Turning the foot medially (inward).
- Slightly movable joints.
- Turning the palm of the hand down.
- Also called articulations.
- Bending a body part.
- Immovable joints.
- The fluid in the joint capsule that lubricates the cartilage.
- Joints that allow the most range & types of motion, found in hips & shoulders.
Down
- They allow the skull to change shape during childbirth.
- Discs of fibrocartilage that cushion articulating surfaces,like in the knee.
- Moving a body part around an axis (twisting).
- Moving a body part in a circular path.
- Where a muscle attaches to the bone that is not moved by contraction of that muscle.
- Moving the ankle towards the shin (tibia).
- Straightening of a body part.
- Turning the palm of the hand up.
- Type of flexion moving the ankle away from the shin (tibia).
- Where a muscle attaches to the bone that moves by contraction of that muscle.
- Turning the foot laterally (outward).
- Fibrous joints between flat bones of the skull.
- Fluid-filled sacs associated with synovial joints.
25 Clues: Immovable joints. • Bending a body part. • Freely movable joints. • Slightly movable joints. • Also called articulations. • Straightening of a body part. • The type of joint in the elbow. • Turning the palm of the hand up. • Turning the palm of the hand down. • Turning the foot medially (inward). • Turning the foot laterally (outward). • Moving a body part in a circular path. • ...
Ch. 7 The Skeletal System 2023-03-01
Across
- tissue that connects one bone to another bone
- point of the elbow
- tailbone
- tough fibrous tissue that forms outer covering of bone
- process lower part of the sternum
- bones that make up the ankle
- large bone in the thigh
- breastbone
- shoulder blade
- bones store most of the _________ supply of the body
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- collar bone
- bones that make up the wrist
- bones of the finger and toes
- upper portion of the sternum
- act as the framework of the body
- larger bone in the lower leg
- areas where two or more bones join together
- bone in the forearm on the thumb side
- bone in the upper arm
- smaller bone in the outer portion of the lower leg
- kneecap
- bone in the forearm on the pinky side
22 Clues: kneecap • tailbone • breastbone • collar bone • shoulder blade • point of the elbow • bone in the upper arm • large bone in the thigh • bones that make up the wrist • bones of the finger and toes • upper portion of the sternum • larger bone in the lower leg • bones that make up the ankle • act as the framework of the body • process lower part of the sternum • ...
Chapter 15 - The Skeletal System 2023-02-15
Across
- Sterno/
- Swollen end of a long bone
- Lower jaw bone
- Medial bone of the forearm
- Knee cap
- Costo/
- Spondylo/
- Shoulder blade
- -listhesis
- Upper arm bone
- Ortho/
- Bone breaking cell
- Above/clavicle/pertaining to
- Upper jaw bone
- Fingers and toes
Down
- Thigh bone
- Bone building cell
- Bone/instrument to cut
- Metatarsal/pain
- Shaft of a long bone
- Calco/
- Medial bone of the leg
- Collar bone
- Skull
- Lateral bone of the leg
- Bone/softening
- Wrist bones
- -malacia
- Lateral bone of the forearm
29 Clues: Skull • Calco/ • Costo/ • Ortho/ • Sterno/ • Knee cap • -malacia • Spondylo/ • Thigh bone • -listhesis • Collar bone • Wrist bones • Lower jaw bone • Shoulder blade • Bone/softening • Upper arm bone • Upper jaw bone • Metatarsal/pain • Fingers and toes • Bone building cell • Bone breaking cell • Shaft of a long bone • Bone/instrument to cut • Medial bone of the leg • Lateral bone of the leg • Swollen end of a long bone • ...
Unit 14: Skeletal System & Orthopedics 2020-10-31
Across
- GROUP OF NERVE CELL BODIES
- PAIN IN THE BREAST BONE
- CLEFT PALATE
- SEVERE MENTAL DISORDER WITH HALLUCINATIONS
- BONE YOU SIT ON
- PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST IN SKELETAL DISORDERS
- PLURAL FOR HEEL BONE
- WALK (ABBR.)
- SYNONYM FOR SPINA BIFIDA CYSTICA
- PERTAINING TO NECK AND FACE
- PODIATRIST (ABBR.)
- VEHICLE FOR EMERGENCY
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- NIGHT BLINDNESS
- STOP BLOOD FLOW
- CONDITION OF STIFFENING
- SYNONYM FOR MYCOSTASIS
- MUSCLE FROM UPPER ARM TO RADIUS BONE
- -TUNNEL SYNDROME
- FOOT BONES BEYOND THE TARSALS
- SLEEPING SICKNESS CAUSED BY A LIVER FLUKE
- PROCESS AT THE END OF THE STERNUM
- SLEEPWALKING
- INCLUDING THE UPPER ARM BONE AND THE SHOULDER BLADES
- RIGHT (ABBR.)
- ORTHOPEDIST (ABBR.)
- EXCISION OF HERNIATED LAMINA OF A DISK
- FRACTURE (ABBR.)
27 Clues: CLEFT PALATE • SLEEPWALKING • WALK (ABBR.) • RIGHT (ABBR.) • NIGHT BLINDNESS • STOP BLOOD FLOW • BONE YOU SIT ON • -TUNNEL SYNDROME • FRACTURE (ABBR.) • PODIATRIST (ABBR.) • ORTHOPEDIST (ABBR.) • PLURAL FOR HEEL BONE • VEHICLE FOR EMERGENCY • SYNONYM FOR MYCOSTASIS • CONDITION OF STIFFENING • PAIN IN THE BREAST BONE • GROUP OF NERVE CELL BODIES • PERTAINING TO NECK AND FACE • ...
Bones of the Skeletal System 2021-02-16
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- Made up of 33 small bones/vertebrae
- Eight bones that make up part of the hand
- A set of eight long bones in the hand
- Acts as a supporter at the lower part of the trunk
- Bones that makes up the fingers
- Larger and shorter bone in the forearm
- Five long bones in each foot
- Long bone between the shoulder and elbow
- Flat bone enclosing the brain; protector
- Another name is calf bone and is located on the outside of leg
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- Larger of the two bones in the lower leg
- Long flat bone in the middle of the chest
- Connects the shoulder to the breastbone
- Longest bone in the human body and has a head
- There is a hinge joint where it is located
- Also named tailbone and is below the sacrum
- Contain gliding joints
- Long thin bone in the forearm
- Triangular, flat bone of the pectoral girdle
- A protective cage with 12 pairs of bones
20 Clues: Contain gliding joints • Five long bones in each foot • Long thin bone in the forearm • Bones that makes up the fingers • Made up of 33 small bones/vertebrae • A set of eight long bones in the hand • Larger and shorter bone in the forearm • Connects the shoulder to the breastbone • Larger of the two bones in the lower leg • Long bone between the shoulder and elbow • ...
Bones in the Skeletal System 2021-02-16
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- Another name for shin or shin bone.
- A triangular bone at the base of the spinal column.
- This protects the reproductive organs
- The ___ bone is apart of the skull ans is also known as the lower jaw.
- The large broad bone forming the upper part of each half of the pelvis.
- The ___ and the Ulna are the two bones in the forearm.
- There are 56 of these in total and they are found in the hands and feet.
- This is located within the human thigh.
- These are located between the phalanges and carpal bones.
- This bone protects vital organs such as the heart and the lungs.
- The ankle bone or ___ transfers the weight from the legs to the feet.
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- Otherwise known as the breastbone, this is located at the center of the chest.
- A long thin bone beside the shinbone in the leg.
- This is also called the collarbone and it supports the shoulder.
- This is also known as the upper jaw and it is used to chew food along with the lower jaw.
- This bone is one of the three hip bones located at the front of the pelvic area. It also supports the body when it sits.
- What connects with the shoulder socket in the upper arm?
- These are fused together in order to form the spine.
- This bone protects an important organ used to send messages around the body.
- This joint is usually referred to as the kneecap.
- A set of seven irregularly shaped bones.
21 Clues: Another name for shin or shin bone. • This protects the reproductive organs • This is located within the human thigh. • A set of seven irregularly shaped bones. • A long thin bone beside the shinbone in the leg. • This joint is usually referred to as the kneecap. • A triangular bone at the base of the spinal column. • ...
Bones in the Skeletal System 2021-02-15
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- bones that make up the fingers and toes
- found in the forearm lies laterally
- connects scapula, ulna and radius
- most popular sesamoid bone
- also known as the shoulder blade
- make up the ankle and the heel
- curved bones that protect the lungs and heart
- 33 bones that form the spinal column
- connect ankle to toes
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- keep the reproductive organs from harm
- flat bone found in the centre of the chest
- longest and strongest bone in the body
- small bones that make up the wrist
- large bone on the inside of the lower leg
- connects the arm on each side
- stretches from the elbow to smallest finger
- protects the brain
- only long bone that lies horizontally
- triangular-shaped bone between the hips
- small bone on the outside of the lower leg
20 Clues: protects the brain • connect ankle to toes • most popular sesamoid bone • connects the arm on each side • make up the ankle and the heel • also known as the shoulder blade • connects scapula, ulna and radius • small bones that make up the wrist • found in the forearm lies laterally • 33 bones that form the spinal column • only long bone that lies horizontally • ...
Skeletal System & Joint Terminology Review 2021-02-25
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- long bone of the upper arm
- thick and elastic tissue connecting muscle to bone
- immovable joints between bones of the skull
- slick surface that covers the end of a bone at a joint
- commonly injured connective tissue in the back of the knee(acronym)
- Hormone released as a result of decreasing blood calcium level(acronym)
- name given to the ends of a long bone
- bone of the front-knee
- anatomical term for the shoulder blade
- canal running perpendicular to the long axis of a long bone
- a bone of the skull that might be injured in a fall backwards
- most common form of arthritis
- most commonly broke bone
- this cavity contain bone marrow
- largest of the long bones in the human skeleton
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- bones of the low back
- the outer coating of a bone
- bone forming cells
- structures that connect bone to bone
- bone “eating”cells
- the part of our skeleton that includes the skull and vertebral column
- type of bone made up of longitudinal Osteon formations
- fluid in the knee joint
- the “hip bone”
- I used these bones on the keyboard to type this crossword
- the elbow is an example of this type of joint
26 Clues: the “hip bone” • bone forming cells • bone “eating”cells • bones of the low back • bone of the front-knee • fluid in the knee joint • most commonly broke bone • long bone of the upper arm • the outer coating of a bone • most common form of arthritis • this cavity contain bone marrow • structures that connect bone to bone • name given to the ends of a long bone • ...
Skeletal System Tests, Procedures & Therapeutics 2021-09-26
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- drug that relieves pain
- therapy rehabilitation that focuses on restoring physical function and preventing disability
- solid mold of a body part; used to immobilize fractures or dislocations
- process in which radiographic images of a specific section of the body are taken from multiple angles and then analyzed by a computer to identify bone injury or disease
- surgical correction of the bone
- incision to, or cutting of, a tendon
- surgical removal of the bursa
- relieves pain, counteracts inflammation and reduces fever, commonly used to treat arthritis
- surgical repair of a joint
- a blood test performed to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis
- incision through the bone
- a noninvasive scanning test that invloves use of an electromagnetic field and raido waves to visualize soft-tissue structures
- transplanting and implanting tissue from one part of the body to another; used to repair a defect or injury
- surgical fusion of joints between vertebrae
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- x-ray test that determines loss of, or changes in bone density
- agent that counteracts inflammation
- removal of a limb, usually surgical
- artificial replacedment for a missing body part
- a nuclear scanning test that identifies bone fractures, tumors, or infections
- puncture spinal tap; needle aspiration of spinal canal fluid in the lumbar area
- process involving the use of a syringe and needle to withdraw bone marrow liquid; used in medical procedures such as stem-cell transplant
- agent that reduces fever
- visual examination of a joint using a scope
- radiographic image used to diagnose skeletal changes in the body
- surgical puncture of the joint space with a needle to remove accumulated fluid
- drug that relieves pain and induces sleep by depressing the central nervous system
- application of a pulling force to align a dislocated part of the body
- surgical removal of a herniated (ruptured) vertebral disk
- surgical procedure involving the use of steel rods, plates, or screws to realign a severe bone fracture
29 Clues: drug that relieves pain • agent that reduces fever • incision through the bone • surgical repair of a joint • surgical removal of the bursa • surgical correction of the bone • agent that counteracts inflammation • removal of a limb, usually surgical • incision to, or cutting of, a tendon • visual examination of a joint using a scope • surgical fusion of joints between vertebrae • ...
VT-200 Skeletal System Review 2021-10-06
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- These bones connect the ankle to the toes of the animal’s hindlimb.
- The wrist joint.
- These vertebrae are large enough to support the abdominal organs without help from the ribs.
- This bone starts developing as 3 separate bones that eventually fuse together.
- The main weight-bearing bone of the antebrachium.
- Digits.
- The ankle joint.
- The most proximal bone of the thoracic limb.
- These vertebra support the chest and are posterior attachments for the ribs.
- In most animals, this bone is comprised of 37-38 separate bones.
- Nearly all mammals have 7 of this vertebrae, even the giraffe.
- The main weight-bearing bone of the hindlimb.
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- The long bone of the thigh.
- This bone forms the floor of the thorax.
- This bone forms a major portion of the elbow joint.
- The long bone of the upper brachium.
- The number of these bones present is equal to the number of vertebrae holding them in place.
- These bones connect the wrist to the toes of the animal’s forelimb.
- This bone doesn’t offer support but acts as a muscle attachment site.
- These vertebrae are located dorsal to the pelvis and form joints with it on either side.
- Tail bones.
21 Clues: Digits. • Tail bones. • The wrist joint. • The ankle joint. • The long bone of the thigh. • The long bone of the upper brachium. • This bone forms the floor of the thorax. • The most proximal bone of the thoracic limb. • The main weight-bearing bone of the hindlimb. • The main weight-bearing bone of the antebrachium. • This bone forms a major portion of the elbow joint. • ...
Unit 10 Vocabulary - Skeletal System 2017-02-09
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- Closes jaw in chewing
- A flat, thin muscle in the wall of the cheek
- Dome-shaped; help with breathing
- Ability to be stretched
- Swinging the arm around in a circle
- Covers and protects tissue
- Allows muscle to return to its original shape
- End that moves when muscles contract
- End that does not move
- Turning a body part on its own axis
- Flexes lower leg and extends thigh
- Controlled
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- Muscle on upper back and neck that extends head and moves shoulder
- Ring of muscle
- Connect muscle to bone
- Ability to respond to stimulus
- Backward bending (ex: hand or foot)
- Muscle on front of thigh that abducts and flexes leg
- Neurotransmitter
- A condition of shortening and hardening of muscles
- Not controlled
- Palm down
- Three muscles that can be used as injection sites
- Palm up
- Increasing the angle between two bones
25 Clues: Palm up • Palm down • Controlled • Ring of muscle • Not controlled • Neurotransmitter • Closes jaw in chewing • Connect muscle to bone • End that does not move • Ability to be stretched • Covers and protects tissue • Ability to respond to stimulus • Dome-shaped; help with breathing • Flexes lower leg and extends thigh • Backward bending (ex: hand or foot) • Swinging the arm around in a circle • ...
Skeletal System Bone and cartilage 2023-08-03
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- coccygeal
- between parietal bones
- projects from apex of vertebral arch
- cervical in the neck
- a rounded prominence
- articulates with trochlea of humerus
- axial skeleton
- a protuberance above or on the condyle of a long bone
- between parietal and temporal bones
- fused sacral
- palpated near the thumb or little finger
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- proximal row of tarsal bones
- large hole below acetabulum
- brow tie of the sternum
- lower part of the sternum
- lumbar in the lower back
- bony projection that forms the point at back of elbow
- ends of long bone
- appendicular skeleton
- allow shifting of bones during birth and growth of brain
- one of the carpal bones on the thumb side of the wrist, just above the radius
- distal row of tarsal
- thoracic in the chest
- middle part of the long bone
- a small rounded carpal bone situated where the palm of the hand meets the outer edge of the wrist.
25 Clues: coccygeal • fused sacral • axial skeleton • ends of long bone • cervical in the neck • a rounded prominence • distal row of tarsal • appendicular skeleton • thoracic in the chest • between parietal bones • brow tie of the sternum • lumbar in the lower back • lower part of the sternum • large hole below acetabulum • proximal row of tarsal bones • middle part of the long bone • ...
PATHOLOGIES of the SKELETAL SYSTEM 2024-01-15
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- - Softening and degeneration of the cartilage on the underside of the kneecap.
- - Inflammation or infection of the bone, often caused by bacteria.
- - Compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist, causing pain and numbness.
- - Condition where bone mineral density is lower than normal, but not low enough to be classified as osteoporosis.
- - Inflammation of a tendon, often caused by overuse or injury.
- - Result of a broken bone, often due to trauma or stress.
- - Aggressive form of bone cancer, originating in the cells that form bones.
- - Softening and weakening of bones in children, usually due to a vitamin D deficiency.
- - Abnormal stiffening and immobility of a joint due to fusion of bones.
- - Chronic inflammation affecting joints, causing pain and swelling.
- - Condition characterized by fragile bones due to decreased density.
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- - Degenerative joint disease involving the breakdown of cartilage.
- - Chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue.
- - Abnormal sideways curvature of the spine.
- - Softening of the bones, typically caused by a deficiency of vitamin D.
- - Inflammation of the synovial membrane that lines joints.
- - stiffness, abnormal hardening of the joints.
- - Excessive outward rounding of the upper spine, creating a hunchback appearance.
- - Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion joints.
- - Inward curvature of the spine, creating a swayback appearance.
20 Clues: - Abnormal sideways curvature of the spine. • - stiffness, abnormal hardening of the joints. • - Result of a broken bone, often due to trauma or stress. • - Inflammation of the synovial membrane that lines joints. • - Inflammation of a tendon, often caused by overuse or injury. • - Inward curvature of the spine, creating a swayback appearance. • ...
Skeletal System-Joints and Movements 2024-03-19
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- movement in a downward (inferior) direction
- joint with movement in one direction on a plane
- joint with back and forth, side to side movement
- joint with movement in all directions
- movement toward the midline of the body
- bending the foot so toes/foot are up towards the shin
- movement of the sole of the foot toward the midline
- moving a body part back
- turn or twisting movement around a fixed joint
- slightly moveable joints
- facing upward or forward
- movement where the angle between two bones increases
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- facing backward or downward
- movement of body region in circular motion
- joint with limited movements, smooth surfaces slide on or over each other
- movement beyond a natural range of motion
- movement in an upward (superior) direction
- movement away from the midline of the body
- moving a body part forward
- bending the foot so toes/foot are down
- movement of sole of the foot toward the midline
- joint with movement in multiple directions, not full rotation
- joint where one bone swivels around another
- joints that are freely moveable
- immovable joints
- refers to the movement where the angle between two bones decreases
26 Clues: immovable joints • moving a body part back • slightly moveable joints • facing upward or forward • moving a body part forward • facing backward or downward • joints that are freely moveable • joint with movement in all directions • bending the foot so toes/foot are down • movement toward the midline of the body • movement beyond a natural range of motion • ...
Muscular and skeletal system crossword 2024-11-14
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- There are normally 24 of these in the human body
- The shoulder muscle
- The most common bone broken in the arm
- To protect vital organs (heart and lungs)
- This helps support the body and helps you breath
- Shaped a little like an old-fashioned key
- Protects your brain
- 2nd largest bone in the body
- Muscle located right above the knee
- Located right above the ankles
- The longest, strongest, and the heaviest bone in your body
- The largest muscle below your knees
- Located right behind the quadriceps
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- This flexes the elbow
- Its your calf bone
- A muscle that resembles a trapezoid
- This muscle is used for almost all activities
- This weighs about 35 grams
- On the back of your upper arm
- It is the largest bone in the hip
20 Clues: Its your calf bone • The shoulder muscle • Protects your brain • This flexes the elbow • This weighs about 35 grams • 2nd largest bone in the body • On the back of your upper arm • Located right above the ankles • It is the largest bone in the hip • A muscle that resembles a trapezoid • Muscle located right above the knee • The largest muscle below your knees • ...
skeletal system principles health science 2025-04-02
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- to harden by forming calcium deposits
- excess fluid in the fingers and toes
- point where two bones meet
- inflammation of the joints
- plastic repair of the bone
- bone is porous and breaks easily
- softening of the bone
- softening of the skull bones
- tumor consisting of cartilage
- surgical fixation of a joint
- infection of the bone caused by bacteria
- pain in the head
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- inflammation of the spinal cord
- incision into a bone
- broken bone
- immovable joint
- freely movable joint
- pertaining to a rib and cartilage
- connect to bone and holds them together
- artificial organ or part of the body
- incision into the brain
21 Clues: broken bone • immovable joint • pain in the head • incision into a bone • freely movable joint • softening of the bone • incision into the brain • point where two bones meet • inflammation of the joints • plastic repair of the bone • softening of the skull bones • surgical fixation of a joint • tumor consisting of cartilage • inflammation of the spinal cord • ...
Human body the skeletal system 2025-08-13
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- Bones of the limb are
- joint A joint that allows only back and forth movements
- joint A joint that allows to glide
- Protects the delicate organs such as heart and lungs
- A long and flexible bony structure
- Soft tissues present in our body
- A framework of bones present in the body
- A place in the skeleton where two or more bones connect
- Bones are held together with the help of
- marrow A jelly like structure present inside the bone's
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- A strong,elastic,yellowish or white coloured tissue present around the joints
- ribs The two pairs ribs are called
- Upper leg has Longest bone in the body called
- U shaped bone in the lower jaw
- The bone of the wrist is
- Protects the brain
- Helps in formation of bones and teeth
- cord The backbone encloses and protects the delicate
- A way in which we keep our body while sitting or standing
- A bony,ring like structure
20 Clues: Protects the brain • Bones of the limb are • The bone of the wrist is • A bony,ring like structure • U shaped bone in the lower jaw • Soft tissues present in our body • ribs The two pairs ribs are called • joint A joint that allows to glide • A long and flexible bony structure • Helps in formation of bones and teeth • A framework of bones present in the body • ...
Walker Wright-Body Systems 2020-11-10
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- soft jelly like center of bones.
- system that is a collection of glands that secret hormones into the circulatory system.
- muscle contractions that you can't control.
- outer layer.
- like wires that carry impulses.
- system that protects the body from injury.
- created by testes.
- created by female ovaries before birth.
- specialized primary lymphoid organ.
- metabolism.
- system that works with your bones to help your body move.
- system that protects soft organs.
- air sacs of the lungs.
- organ that is part of the lymphatic system that acts as a blood filter.
- cell fragments that help your blood to clot.
- hard bone that provides structure.
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- muscle contractions that you can control.
- system made up of all the anatomical organs involved in reproduction.
- system that defends the body against infection.
- system of nerves covering the body.
- This system moves food to stomach.
- removes waste from the body.
- tubes that carry urine.
- makes insulin.
- the system that exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide.
- two tubes split off from trachea.
- organ that is part of the lymphatic system located in the throat.
- transfers nutrients, wastes, and disease fighting cells throughout the body.
- middle layer.
- Food broken into little pieces by the teeth.
- stores urine until it is released.
- nerves that allow the brain to control the muscles.
- system that is part of the immune system.
- blood cells that carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.
- where food stays around four hours.
- main parts of the immune system that is an organ that sits under your rib cage.
36 Clues: metabolism. • outer layer. • middle layer. • makes insulin. • created by testes. • air sacs of the lungs. • tubes that carry urine. • removes waste from the body. • like wires that carry impulses. • soft jelly like center of bones. • two tubes split off from trachea. • system that protects soft organs. • This system moves food to stomach. • stores urine until it is released. • ...
Body Systems Crossword 2023-02-14
7 Clues: system that moves us • system that gets nutrients from food • system that sends and received signals • system that brings oxygen into the body • system that pumps blood around the body • system that holds us up and keeps our shape • system that cleans our blood and makes us sweat
B1.2 Levels of Organisation 2025-12-14
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- There are three types of muscles which are: Smooth, cardiac and ...
- Adults have ... hundred and six bones in their body.
- The heart is an example of an ...
- a system which supplies the blood cells from bone marrow.
- ... are the second level of organisation.
- Organ systems make up an ...
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- A group of similar cells that work together to perform a certain function
- The circulatory system is made up the ..., blood and blood vessels.
- There are three blood vessels in the circulatory system called veins, ..., and arteries.
- These organs make up the respiratory system: Mouth, nose, ... and lungs
- The respiratory system is an example of an...
- The muscular system needs ... and glucose which is supplies to it by blood and vessels.
- ... are the first level of organisation.
- Lots of tissues make up an ...
14 Clues: Organ systems make up an ... • Lots of tissues make up an ... • The heart is an example of an ... • ... are the first level of organisation. • ... are the second level of organisation. • The respiratory system is an example of an... • Adults have ... hundred and six bones in their body. • a system which supplies the blood cells from bone marrow. • ...
Chapter 8 The Skeletal System 2012-05-25
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- this part of the sternum is where the clavicles articulate
- this bone is part of the squamous suture, is part of the zygomatic arch, and has the external acoustic meatus
- If you were to look at the spine from a side view, what are the openings called when two vertebrae meet?
- this bony point on the radius can be palpated on the wrist
- bone that forms the heel
- this process of the axis is held in place by the transverse ligament of the atlas
- this bone of the arm has it's head distal to the body
- this bone lines the coronal suture, and has the supraorbital margin and supraorbital foramen
- ear shaped regions located on each side of the sacrum
- this bone is easily broken because it braces the shoulder
- In the vertebrae, what type of facets articulate the vertebrae to ribs?
- this joint connects the hip bone to the vertebral column
- this bone does not articulate with any other bone
- this bony point is what you rest your elbow on a table
- rough ridge on the femur that is an attachment point for the gluteus maximus
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- the scapula articulates with the humerus at this joint
- this is the prominant hook on the hamate
- this group of vertebrae has a thick body and a blunt spinous process
- rough area on the lateral side of the humerus is called this
- this bone of the wrist is a sesamoid bone
- the hip socket
- this part of the rib articulates with the superior costal facet of the vertebrae
- this bone holds a sac where tears collect and drain into the nasal cavity
- the sphenoid bone has this prominence that houses the pituitary gland
- this bone makes up the anterior 2/3 of the hard palate
- spare bone tissue of the lower limbs
- this is where the temporalis muscle inserts
- this part of the rib follows the path of intercostal blood vessels
- the foramen magnum is found on this bone
- the smooth lateral condyle on the humerus
- this group of bones has a forked spinous process and a transverse foramen
- the acromion is an extension that articulates with the clavicle and is found on this bone
32 Clues: the hip socket • bone that forms the heel • spare bone tissue of the lower limbs • this is the prominant hook on the hamate • the foramen magnum is found on this bone • this bone of the wrist is a sesamoid bone • the smooth lateral condyle on the humerus • this is where the temporalis muscle inserts • this bone does not articulate with any other bone • ...
Skeletal System - Mohammed Y Khan 2016-02-22
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- the bone in the ankle that articulates with the tibia and fibula
- pain in a rib(s)
- abnormally low bone density
- the bone above the upper teeth
- joint with little movement
- having to do with something attached
- the heel bone
- membrane that surrounds the outside of the bone
- fingers
- bone tissue
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- noninvasive imaging test; imaging anatomical information from a cross-sectional plane of the body
- dense, flexible connective tissue
- bending a joint
- pain in a finger (or toe)
- formation of bone
- the lateral leg bone
- bony, daggerlike structure at the lower end of the sternum
- disease due to vitamin D deficiency characterized by deficient calcification and soft bones associated with skeletal deformities
- end of the long bone
- chest
- one of the six main cranial bones
- a fibrous membrane joining bones, especially cranial bones
22 Clues: chest • fingers • bone tissue • the heel bone • bending a joint • pain in a rib(s) • formation of bone • the lateral leg bone • end of the long bone • pain in a finger (or toe) • joint with little movement • abnormally low bone density • the bone above the upper teeth • dense, flexible connective tissue • one of the six main cranial bones • having to do with something attached • ...
Chapter 5: Skeletal System Crossword 2015-09-26
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- Largest bone in body
- Vertebrae of neck
- Breastbone
- Tailbone
- Forehead
- Wrist bones
- Connects hips to spine
- Hip bone
- Shoulder blade
- Protector of organs
- Lower back
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- Outermost bone between the knee and ankle
- Largest bone in arm
- Collerbone
- Longest bone of forearm
- Middle region of spinal chord
- Heel bone
- Thickest bone of forearm
- Kneecap
- Innermost bone between the knee and ankle
20 Clues: Kneecap • Tailbone • Forehead • Hip bone • Heel bone • Collerbone • Breastbone • Lower back • Wrist bones • Shoulder blade • Vertebrae of neck • Largest bone in arm • Protector of organs • Largest bone in body • Connects hips to spine • Longest bone of forearm • Thickest bone of forearm • Middle region of spinal chord • Outermost bone between the knee and ankle • Innermost bone between the knee and ankle
Week 5 Skeletal System Crossword 2016-09-19
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- kneecap
- Membrane that surrounds the outside of the bone
- Pain in a rib(s)
- Injury to a ligamant
- Fingers
- Bone formation
- Collarbone
- The long bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow
- Lateral curvature of the spine; S-shaped curvature
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- The bone in the ankle that articulates with the tibia and fibula
- Bony protrusion on both the medial and lateral side of the ankle
- The bone above the upper teeth
- Inflammation of a joint
- One of the 5 bones extending from the wrist to the first knuckle in each hand
- Having to do with an arm
- Bone Tissue
- The heel bone
- The lower jawbone
- The tailbone
- Pain in a bone
20 Clues: kneecap • Fingers • Collarbone • Bone Tissue • The tailbone • The heel bone • Pain in a bone • Bone formation • Pain in a rib(s) • The lower jawbone • Injury to a ligamant • Inflammation of a joint • Having to do with an arm • The bone above the upper teeth • Membrane that surrounds the outside of the bone • Lateral curvature of the spine; S-shaped curvature • ...
Skeletal System by Blakely Epperson 2016-09-19
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- saclike connective structure found in some joints
- chest
- rib pain
- surgical cutting of bone
- disease due to vitamin D deficiency
- repair of a joint surgically
- away from midline of body
- removing fluid from a joint
- bending backward
- correction by realigning the bone pieces
- bone tissue
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- moving around a central axis
- pertaining to arm
- joint pain
- one of thirty-three segments of spinal column
- circular movement from a central point
- little movement of a joint
- membrane that surrounds bone
- bending or being bent
- limb in a straight position
20 Clues: chest • rib pain • joint pain • bone tissue • bending backward • pertaining to arm • bending or being bent • surgical cutting of bone • away from midline of body • little movement of a joint • removing fluid from a joint • limb in a straight position • moving around a central axis • repair of a joint surgically • membrane that surrounds bone • disease due to vitamin D deficiency • ...
Ch 5 The Skeletal System 2016-09-19
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- Bones of the wrist.
- Stiff, fused, closed
- Place where bones come together
- The bone of the jaw
- Joined (yoked) together
- Turning the palm or foot upward.
- "to form bone"
- A broken bone.
- Membrane covering the bone.
- Sideways curvature of the spine.
- The shaft of a long bone
- Bending of being bent.
- The heel bone
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- Spaces within connective tissue filled with Synovial fluid.
- Finger, toe
- Vertebrae
- Kneecap
- "Sword"
- Consists of arms, legs, the shoulder, and pelvic bones.
- An incomplete break in a bone.
- The Collarbone
21 Clues: Kneecap • "Sword" • Vertebrae • Finger, toe • The heel bone • "to form bone" • A broken bone. • The Collarbone • Bones of the wrist. • The bone of the jaw • Stiff, fused, closed • Bending of being bent. • Joined (yoked) together • The shaft of a long bone • Membrane covering the bone. • An incomplete break in a bone. • Place where bones come together • Turning the palm or foot upward. • ...
Chapter 5: The Skeletal System 2016-09-18
Across
- Thigh bone
- Bending or being bent
- Kneecap
- Having to do with the arm
- Shaft of a long bone
- Heel bone
- Pain in the arm
- Wrist
- Chest
- Inflammation of bone marrow
- End of a long bone
- Movement away from the midline of the body
- Mature bone cells
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- Movement that brings the limb into a straight position
- Ankle bone
- Joint with little movement
- Tailbone
- Pain in a joint
- Shoulder blade
- Collarbone
- Most bones are covered with a membrane called
- To form bone
- Where bones come together
- Movement toward the midline of the body
24 Clues: Wrist • Chest • Kneecap • Tailbone • Heel bone • Thigh bone • Ankle bone • Collarbone • To form bone • Shoulder blade • Pain in a joint • Pain in the arm • Mature bone cells • End of a long bone • Shaft of a long bone • Bending or being bent • Having to do with the arm • Where bones come together • Joint with little movement • Inflammation of bone marrow • Movement toward the midline of the body • ...
Bones in the Skeletal System 2021-02-16
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- This is located within the human thigh.
- The ___ and the Ulna are the two bones in the forearm.
- There are 56 of these in total and they are found in the hands and feet.
- This bone protects vital organs such as the heart and the lungs.
- Another name for shin or shin bone.
- This joint is usually referred to as the kneecap.
- The ankle bone or ___ transfers the weight from the legs to the feet.
- This is also called the collarbone and it supports the shoulder.
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- These are fused together in order to form the spine.
- What connects with the shoulder socket in the upper arm?
- A long thin bone beside the shinbone in the leg.
- These are located between the phalanges and carpal bones.
- This bone is one of the three hip bones located at the front of the pelvic area. It also supports the body when it sits.
- The ___ bone is apart of the skull ans is also known as the lower jaw.
- Otherwise known as the breastbone, this is located at the center of the chest.
- This protects the reproductive organs
- This bone protects an important organ used to send messages around the body.
- A set of seven irregularly shaped bones.
- A triangular bone at the base of the spinal column.
- The large broad bone forming the upper part of each half of the pelvis.
20 Clues: Another name for shin or shin bone. • This protects the reproductive organs • This is located within the human thigh. • A set of seven irregularly shaped bones. • A long thin bone beside the shinbone in the leg. • This joint is usually referred to as the kneecap. • A triangular bone at the base of the spinal column. • ...
Skeletal System Combining Forms Crossword 2021-03-03
Across
- joint
- ischium
- system
- disease
- pubis
- ilium
- flesh
- skull
- hump
- sternum
- humerus
- ulna
- tarsus
- bent backward
- crooked
- chest
- synovial membrane
- outer layer
- straight
- sac
- foot
- child;foot
- lamina
- bone marrow,spinal cord
- cartilage
- clavicle
Down
- mandible
- metatarsus
- maxilla
- bone
- knee
- vertebra
- rib
- stiff joint
- addition
- inner region
- loin
- vertebra
- scapula
- tibia
- metacarpus
- sacrum
- femur
- spine
- fibula
- neck
- radius,ray (X-ray)
- phalanges
- coccyx (tailbone)
49 Clues: rib • sac • bone • knee • hump • loin • ulna • neck • foot • joint • pubis • ilium • flesh • skull • tibia • femur • spine • chest • system • sacrum • tarsus • fibula • lamina • maxilla • ischium • disease • sternum • scapula • humerus • crooked • mandible • vertebra • addition • vertebra • straight • clavicle • phalanges • cartilage • metatarsus • metacarpus • child;foot • stiff joint • outer layer • inner region • bent backward • synovial membrane • coccyx (tailbone) • ...
Skeletal System Combining Forms Crossword 2021-03-03
Across
- synovial membrane
- ischium
- sternum
- chest
- vertebra
- stiff joint
- neck
- ulna
- flesh
- outer layer
- pubis
- knee
- rib
- vertebra
- mandible
- child;foot
- femur
- crooked
- lamina
- fibula
- humerus
- system
Down
- tarsus
- coccyx (tailbone)
- foot
- metatarsus
- sac
- ilium
- metacarpus
- radius,ray (X-ray)
- clavicle
- straight
- phalanges
- joint
- bent backward
- scapula
- skull
- tibia
- cartilage
- disease
- loin
- spine
- hump
- maxilla
- bone marrow,spinal cord
- addition
- inner region
- sacrum
- bone
49 Clues: sac • rib • foot • neck • ulna • knee • loin • hump • bone • ilium • chest • joint • skull • flesh • tibia • pubis • spine • femur • tarsus • sacrum • lamina • fibula • system • ischium • sternum • scapula • disease • maxilla • crooked • humerus • clavicle • straight • vertebra • vertebra • addition • mandible • phalanges • cartilage • metatarsus • metacarpus • child;foot • stiff joint • outer layer • inner region • bent backward • coccyx (tailbone) • synovial membrane • ...
Chapter 5 Skeletal System Crossword 2017-06-08
21 Clues: oma • ped/o • carp/o • pelv/o • cost/o • arthr/o • femur/o • cheir/o • crani/o • humer/o • os/te/o • cervic/o • thorac/o • chondr/o • dactyl/o • calcane/o • spondyl/o • bone marrow • shaft of a long bone • name of the end of a long bone • bone is made up of this tissue
Skeletal System Unit Vocabulary Crossword 2016-10-25
Across
- a small channel or duct.
- degeneration of joint cartilage and the underlying bone, most common from middle age onward. It causes pain and stiffness, especially in the hip, knee, and thumb joints.
- excessive outward curvature of the spine, causing hunching of the back.
- Multiaxial; allows wide range of motion in all directions.
- Uniaxial; Rotation around single axix; Cylinderical bony process rotating within circle of bone and ligament.
- the central cavity of bone shafts where red bone and/or yellow bone marrow is stored.
- bone marrow that is yellow with fat; found at the ends of long bones in adults.
- a layer of cartilage separating adjacent vertebrae in the spine.
- Biaxial; 2 saddle-shaped articulating surfaces oriented at right angles to each other.
- abnormal lateral curvature of the spine.
- A type of articulation between bony surfaces that permits limited motion and is connected by ligaments or elastic cartilage, such as that between the vertebrae.
- any of the minute tubes that form a network in bone and contain blood vessels
- a fracture of the bone, occurring typically in children, in which one side of the bone is broken and the other only bent.
- s the most superior cervical vertebra of the spine.
- bones which, from their peculiar form, cannot be grouped as long bone, short bone, flat bone or sesamoid bone.
- An injury where a joint is forced out of normal position.
- a hyaline cartilage plate in the metaphysis at each end of a long bone.
- a thin layer, membrane, scale, or platelike tissue or part, especially in bone tissue.
- Occurs when one or more bones in the spine weaken and crumple.
- dense bone in which the bony matrix is solidly filled with organic ground substance and inorganic salts, leaving only tiny spaces (lacunae) that contain the osteocytes, or bone cells.
- a disease in which defective metabolism of uric acid causes arthritis, especially in the smaller bones of the feet and episodes of acute pain.
- joins bones with a fibrous joint capsule that is continuous with the periosteum of the joined bones, constitutes the outer boundary of a synovial cavity, and surrounds the bones' articulating surfaces.
- portion of the skeleton of vertebrates consisting of the bones or cartilage that support the appendages.
- bone fracture occurring when torque (a rotating force) is applied along the axis of a bone.
- Occuring around several axes.
- Uniaxial; Convex cylindar in one bone applied to corresponding concavity in other.
- break in a cranial bone (or "crushed" portion of skull) with depression of the bone in toward the brain.
- bones that are as wide as they are long. Their primary function is to provide support and stability with little to no movement.
- the state of being jointed.
- the smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints.
- characteristics on the surface of the axial and appendicular bones that indicate attachments, articulations or openings for nerves and blood vessels.
- a medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue, typically as a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.
- Non-axial; 2 flat bone surfaces w/slight gliding motion; some rotation poss but limited by surrounding structures.
- the red vascular substance consisting of connective tissue and blood vessels containing primitive blood cells, macrophages, megakaryocytes, and fat cells.
- A bone fracture in which one of the fragments is driven into another fragment.
- a solid swelling of clotted blood within the tissues.
- the skull, especially the part enclosing the brain.
- procedure for putting the pieces of a broken bone back into the right position without surgery.
- part of the skeleton that consists of the bones of the head and trunk of a vertebrate.
- inflammation of a bursa, typically one in the knee, elbow or shoulder.
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- connected entirely by cartilage (fibrocartilage or hyaline).
- synovial joint
- a fluid-filled sac or saclike cavity, especially one countering friction at a joint.
- Slipping movement only, no axis around which movement can occur.
- network of irregularly-shaped sheets and spikes of bone (trabecular).
- bones whose principal function is either extensive protection or the provision of broad surfaces for muscular attachment.
- excessive inward curvature of the spine.
- Transverse vessels, which run perpendicular to the long axis of the cortex
- chronic progressive disease causing inflammation in the joints and resulting in painful deformity and immobility, especially in the fingers, wrists, feet, and ankles.
- a space between the bones of the skull in an infant or fetus, where ossification is not complete and the sutures not fully formed. The main one is between the frontal and parietal bones.
- a grating sound or sensation produced by friction between bone and cartilage or the fractured parts of a bone.
- a cavity or depression, especially in bone.
- thick bundles of collagen fibers that extend from the periosteum into the extracellular bone matrix connecting them.
- A condition which refers to a problem with a rubbery disk between the spinal bones.
- a cell that secretes the matrix for bone formation.
- see Haversian canal
- Occuring around 2 axes at right angles to each other.
- is a lifelong process where mature bone tissue is removed from the skeleton and new bone tissue is formed.
- the production of blood cells and platelets, which occurs in the bone marrow.
- develop after birth.
- a break or splinter of the bone into more than two fragments.
- see Volkmann's canal
- the end part of a long bone, initially growing separately from the shaft.
- process in which cartilage is transformed into bone.
- an immovably fixed joint between bones connected by fibrous tissue (for example, the sutures of the skull).
- have no joint cavity and are connected via fibrous connective tissue.
- Biaxial; Modified ball-socket; Articular surfaces are ellipsoid instead of spherical; range of motion limited almost to hinge and restricts rotation.
- a large multinucleate bone cell that absorbs bone tissue during growth and healing.
- form during fetal development.
- the shaft or central part of a long bone.
- an outgrowth of bone that can occur along the edges of a bone.
- Occuring around one axis, movement only in one plane.
- dense bones that provide strength, structure, and mobility. The thigh bone (femur) is a long bone.
- a dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.
- a bone cell, formed when an osteoblast becomes embedded in the matrix it has secreted.
- painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints.
- A stretching or tearing of ligaments, the fibrous tissue that connects bones and joints.
- the second cervical vertebra of the spine.
78 Clues: synovial joint • see Haversian canal • develop after birth. • see Volkmann's canal • a small channel or duct. • the state of being jointed. • Occuring around several axes. • form during fetal development. • excessive inward curvature of the spine. • abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. • the shaft or central part of a long bone. • the second cervical vertebra of the spine. • ...
Chapter 7 Skeletal System Terms 2024-09-16
Across
- long flat bone that forms center front of chest wall
- makes bone hard and resistant to crushing
- thin layer of cells that line the medullary cavity
- bone-forming cells
- tightly packed tissue
- openings along the lamellae
- marrow made mostly of fat containing stem cells that can become cartilage, fat, or bone cells
- makes up wall of diaphysis
- give compact bone its stiffness
- hollow tube made of compact bone
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- formation of a bone
- blood cell formation
- marrow containing blood stem cells that can become red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets
- channels found between the lacunae of bone cells
- curved bone in a person's chest
- gives bone its strength and resilience
- made of spongy bone and a thin layer of compact bone
- triangular structure made of 5 fused vertabrae
- composed of the cranium and facial bones
- bone-resorbing cells
- branching bony plates that make up spongy bone
- flat bones of the skull
- fills medullary cavity
- large vertabrae that make up the spine,L1-L5
- tailbone, 4 fused vertabrae
25 Clues: bone-forming cells • formation of a bone • blood cell formation • bone-resorbing cells • tightly packed tissue • fills medullary cavity • flat bones of the skull • makes up wall of diaphysis • openings along the lamellae • tailbone, 4 fused vertabrae • curved bone in a person's chest • give compact bone its stiffness • hollow tube made of compact bone • ...
Bones and Skeletal System Crossword 2023-12-18
Across
- the padding and protection of the skeletal system
- vary in shape and structure and therefore do not fit into any other category
- the scull protects the brain
- connective tissue for joints that allows movement and provides structural support
- connective tissue that is made of elastin and collagen fibers
- a small, wing-like projection of bone that points outward from each vertebra along the spine
- in between the epiphysis and the diaphysis
- top and bottom parts of the long bone
- Allows movement through the joints
Down
- Attachment of muscles – the bones of the skeleton provide surfaces for the attachment of muscles
- a compressible but resilient type of cartilage, can act as a shock absorber at joints
- this is the cartilage that attaches your ribs to the sternum. It is categorized as a hyaline cartilage.
- a protuberance above or on the condyle of a long bone, especially either of the two at the elbow end of the humerus.
- The process of creating a wide variety of blood and bone marrow cells, namely erythrocytes, platelets, granulocytes, lymphocytes, and monocytes
- connective tissue that's like duck tape for bones
- membrane around the bone
- middle of the long bone
- any protuberance on a bone, esp for the attachment of a muscle or ligament.
- any of two bony protuberances by which muscles are attached to the upper part of the thigh bone.
- a rounded protuberance at the end of some bones, forming an articulation with another bone.
20 Clues: middle of the long bone • membrane around the bone • the scull protects the brain • Allows movement through the joints • top and bottom parts of the long bone • in between the epiphysis and the diaphysis • the padding and protection of the skeletal system • connective tissue that's like duck tape for bones • connective tissue that is made of elastin and collagen fibers • ...
Bones and Skeletal tissue system 2023-12-18
Across
- a small, wing-like projection of bone that points outward from each vertebra along the spine.
- Is the most prevalent cartilage, it is also commonly known as articular cartilage.
- small bone commonly found embedded within a muscle or tendon near joint surfaces.
- made up of a layer of spongy bone between two thin layers of compact bone.
- Is the cartilage that provides structural support to the nose. It is considered a hyaline cartilage.
- The skull protects the brain,Rib cage protects the organs these are examples of__________
- known as body fat.
- small rounded point of a bone. It also refers to a nodule attached to bone, mucous membrane (moist layer lining parts of the body), or skin.
- A large prominence on the side of the bone. Some of the largest muscle groups and most dense connective tissues attach
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- Contains loosely packed collagen fibers and a generous amount of elastic fibers.
- vary in shape and structure and therefore do not fit into any other category (flat, short, long, or sesamoid).
- A compressible but resilient type of cartilage. Can act as shock absorber.
- A raised or prominent part of the edge of a bone. Crests are often the sites where connective tissue attaches muscle to bone.
- a bump or protuberance on a long bone where tendons and ligaments connect.
- refers to a long, thin projection, often with a rough surface. Ridge and crest refer to a long, narrow line.
- Refers to a large prominence, which often provides structural support to the overlying hyaline cartilage.
- his is the cartilage that attaches to your ribs to your sternum it is categorized as a hyaline cartilage.
- Is a connective tissue of the skeletal system. Its purpose is to cushion the joints, Allow for free movement of a joint.
- contains our limbs and pelvis.
- a rounded prominence. especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments.
20 Clues: known as body fat. • contains our limbs and pelvis. • A compressible but resilient type of cartilage. Can act as shock absorber. • a bump or protuberance on a long bone where tendons and ligaments connect. • made up of a layer of spongy bone between two thin layers of compact bone. • Contains loosely packed collagen fibers and a generous amount of elastic fibers. • ...
Bones and Skeletal tissue system 2023-12-18
Across
- contains our limbs and pelvis.
- Is the cartilage that provides structural support to the nose. It is considered a hyaline cartilage.
- The skull protects the brain,Rib cage protects the organs these are examples of__________
- his is the cartilage that attaches to your ribs to your sternum it is categorized as a hyaline cartilage.
- Is the most prevalent cartilage, it is also commonly known as articular cartilage.
- a small, wing-like projection of bone that points outward from each vertebra along the spine.
- A large prominence on the side of the bone. Some of the largest muscle groups and most dense connective tissues attach
- refers to a long, thin projection, often with a rough surface. Ridge and crest refer to a long, narrow line.
Down
- a rounded prominence. especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments.
- Is a connective tissue of the skeletal system. Its purpose is to cushion the joints, Allow for free movement of a joint.
- small rounded point of a bone. It also refers to a nodule attached to bone, mucous membrane (moist layer lining parts of the body), or skin.
- Contains loosely packed collagen fibers and a generous amount of elastic fibers.
- A compressible but resilient type of cartilage. Can act as shock absorber.
- Refers to a large prominence, which often provides structural support to the overlying hyaline cartilage.
- known as body fat.
- vary in shape and structure and therefore do not fit into any other category (flat, short, long, or sesamoid).
- A raised or prominent part of the edge of a bone. Crests are often the sites where connective tissue attaches muscle to bone.
- a bump or protuberance on a long bone where tendons and ligaments connect.
- small bone commonly found embedded within a muscle or tendon near joint surfaces.
- made up of a layer of spongy bone between two thin layers of compact bone.
20 Clues: known as body fat. • contains our limbs and pelvis. • A compressible but resilient type of cartilage. Can act as shock absorber. • a bump or protuberance on a long bone where tendons and ligaments connect. • made up of a layer of spongy bone between two thin layers of compact bone. • Contains loosely packed collagen fibers and a generous amount of elastic fibers. • ...
Unit 5 Skeletal System Review 2024-01-10
Across
- end point of long bone
- plate in the epiphyses; another term for this is growth plate
- bones of the skeleton including your skull, vertebral column, & ribs
- process of bone formation
- bone development from embryonic tissues/creates bones of skull, jawbone & clavicles
- type of connective tissue (hint: main thing this unit is about)
- bone development where bone tissues replaces hyaline cartilage/all bones in body except skull, jawbone & clavicle
Down
- cartilage cells
- shaft of a long bone
- structure unique to compact bone tissues
- bones of the skeleton including your limbs and girdles (ie. pelvis)
- bone cells that arise from white blood cells called macrophages
- membrane covering outer layer of long bone; contains nerves and blood vessels
- mature bone cells responsible for maintaining normal bone function
- one of three types of cartilage
- cancellous bone that has honey comb like structure
- cortical bone that is dense, hard and strong
- bone cells responsible for forming new tissues
- stem cells
- can be red or yellow. produces blood cells or fat cells
20 Clues: stem cells • cartilage cells • shaft of a long bone • end point of long bone • process of bone formation • one of three types of cartilage • structure unique to compact bone tissues • cortical bone that is dense, hard and strong • bone cells responsible for forming new tissues • cancellous bone that has honey comb like structure • ...
Ch. 7 Skeletal System Unit 2023-10-16
Across
- Production of blood cells from dividing stem and progenitor cells; hemopoiesis
- dense connective tissue covering the surface of a bone; a tough, vascular covering of dense connective tissue
- thin, scalelike structure located in the medial wall of each orbit between the ethmoid bone and the maxilla
- branching bony plate that separates irregular spaces within spongy bone
- cartilaginous layers between the epiphyses and diaphysis of a long bone that grow, lengthening the bone
- forms anterior portion of the skull above the eyes, including the forehead, the roof of the nasal cavity, and the roofs of the orbits (bony sockets) of the eyes
- Thin, flat bone located in the midline of the nasal cavity; it connects to the ethmoid bone to form the nasal septum
- 5 bones of the instep
- cartilage hyaline cartilage that covers ends of bones in synovial joints
- 7 ankle bones
- forms the lowest portion of the hip bone, is L-shaped, with its angle (ischial tuberosity) pointing posteriorly and downward
- bones that have long longitudinal axes and expanded ends; i.g.) forearm and thigh bones
- dense bone tissue in which cells are organized in osteons without apparent spaces; has a continuous extracellular matrix with no gaps
- long, thin, and nearly rectangular; lie side by side and are fused at the midline where they form the bridge of the nose
- lower jawbone; a horizontal horseshoe-shaped body with a vertical, flat ramus projecting upward at each end
- bone that forms from membranelike layers of primitive connective tissue
- Any of the round bones that form within tendons adjacent to joints; usually small and nodular and embedded in a tendon adjacent to a joint; i.g.) kneecap (patella)
- oxygen-carrying pigment in red blood cells
- bones with a variety of shapes and most are connected to several other bones; i.g.) vertebrae that compose the backbone and many facial bones
- the widening part of the bone where diaphysis and epiphysis meet
- thigh bone
- either end of a long bone that articulates (forms a joint) with another bone
- upper arm bone
- platelike structures with broad surfaces; i.g.) ribs, scapulae, and some bones of the skull
- located below each parietal bone forming the lower sides and the base of the cranium; joins the parietal bone along a squamous suture
- bone that begins as hyaline cartilage that is subsequently replaced by bone tissue
- constitutes the anterior portion of the hip bone
- The lateral and smaller bone of the lower leg
- a tarsal bone that can move freely where it joins the tibia and fibula, forming the ankle
- membranous areas of incomplete intramembranous ossification
- Inner and larger bone of the forearm, attached to the wrist and located on the side of the little finger.
- the largest of the tarsals; heel bone; located below the talus where it projects backward to form the base of the heel
- the twelve vertebrae of the thorax that hold the ribs
- bone that consists of bars and plates separated by irregular spaces; cancellous bone
- bone-forming cell
- cavity containing red or yellow marrow within the diaphysis of a long bone
- located in front of the sphenoid bone; consists of two masses, one on each side of the nasal cavity, joined horizontally by thin cribriform plates
- the second cervical vertebra; specialized with an upward projection called the odontoid process, on which the atlas rotates
- hormone released by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that promotes the growth of the organism
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- the part of the skeleton that supports and protects the organs of the head, neck, and trunk
- cell that breaks down bone matrix
- Formed by the pelvic girdle, sacrum, and coccyx; protects the lower abdominal and internal reproductive organs
- cylinder-shaped unit containing bone cells and matrix lamellae that surround a central canal; Haversian system
- located on each side of the skull just behind the frontal bone; shaped like a curved plate and has four borders; form the bulging sides and roof of the cranium
- responsible for the prominences of the cheeks below and to the sides of the eyes; help form the lateral walls and the floors of the orbits
- The shin bone; the larger of the two bones of the lower leg
- consists of thirteen immovable bones and a movable lower jawbone; forms the basic shape of the face; provide attachments for muscles that move the jaw and control facial expressions
- cranium and facial bones
- located in the neck, supports the tongue and has no articulations to other bones
- forms the upper jaw;
- the 5 bones that form the palms of the hand
- located behind the maxillae
- transfer sound vibrations to the hearing receptors
- mature bone cells
- consists of the femur, patella (kneecap), tibia, and fibula
- seven bones that comprise the bony axis of the neck
- first cervical vertebra that supports the head
- kneecap; covers the anterior surface
- shaft of a long bone
- 8 wrist bones
- connective tissue within spaces in bones that includes hematopoietic stem cells
- wedged between several other bones in the anterior portion of the cranium; consists of a central part and two winglike structures that extend laterally toward each side of the skull
- encloses and protects the brain, and its surface provides attachments for muscles that make chewing and head movements possible
- the five vertebrae in the small of the back (loin) that support more weight than the superior vertebrae and have larger and stronger bodies
- consists of many vertebrae separated by fibrocartilaginous intervertebral discs and connected to one another by ligaments; near the end, it has the sacrum which is ended with the coccyx; extends from the skull to the pelvis and forms the vertical axis of the skeleton
- joins the parietal bones along the lambdoid suture; forms the back of the skull and the base of the cranium
- cubelike, with roughly equal lengths and widths; i.g.) bones of the wrists and ankles
- when osteoclasts resorb bone tissue and osteoblasts replace the bone; ongoing replacement of old bone tissue by new bone tissue
- fragile, scroll-shaped bones attached to the lateral walls of the nasal cavity; largest of the conchae; are below the superior and middle nasal conchae of the ethmoid bone; support mucous membranes in the nasal cavity
- tissue lining the medullary cavity in a bone
- lateral bone of the forearm
- formed by two hip bones attached to each other anteriorly and to the sacrum posteriorly; connect the bones of the lower limbs to the axial skeleton; part of the pelvis
- the largest and most superior portion of the hip bone, flares outward, forming the prominence of the hip
- consist of the humorous, radius, and ulnas
- 14 bones of the fingers & toes
- lower jaw bone; a movable bone held to the cranium by ligaments
76 Clues: thigh bone • 7 ankle bones • 8 wrist bones • upper arm bone • mature bone cells • bone-forming cell • forms the upper jaw; • shaft of a long bone • 5 bones of the instep • cranium and facial bones • located behind the maxillae • lateral bone of the forearm • 14 bones of the fingers & toes • cell that breaks down bone matrix • kneecap; covers the anterior surface • ...
Skeletal System (Skull and Ribs) 2023-10-19
Across
- -Lower Jaw
- -Front of nose
- process of the temporal bone -Squamous, Zygomatic process, Tympanic, Styloid process, petromastoid
- -Ribs that connect with the sternum anterioraly via costal cartilage. (There are 12 of them)
- -The upper and middle part of back consisting of 12 vertebrae. Smaller foramen Downward tilted spinous process (Think, kinda sounds like “four” with 3 sylables. (3)(4)=12 vertebre.)
- Bone -The main bone you see inside the eye socket (Think Sphinx or scrying)
- -Bones that help to rotate head (think spinning a globe on its ___)
- -Suture that separates the temporal bone and the parietal bone of the skull
- -Bones that helps with flexion and extension of neck and head (Think opening a book → similar motion of neck)
- -Cheekbone (Think baby cell, baby cheeks)
- -collar bone (Think of instrument the opposite of “hollering)
- -Suture that separates the parietal bone and occipital bone. (Lambdoidal in Greek means “similar to Lambda” The letter lambda is shaves like an upside down V”
- -Corresponds to the frontal lobe of the brain
- -Vertebrae located just below skull and ends above thoracic spine. Triangular foramen Bifurcated spinous process smaller vertebral body (There are 7 of them)
- Corresponds to the parietal love of the brain
- -Bone at your temple. Also corresponds to the temporal lobe of the brain
- -Goes away from/out from ribs?
- -space between bones in spine
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- -Verterae located under 12 thoracic vertebrae, Vertebrae of lower back. (There are 5 of them) (Think, low back pain when doing labor, such as making lumber)
- -Bone structure at end of spine
- -linkage of bones in spine
- -Suture that falls in the coronal plane (separates into anterior and posterior sides)
- -Bone that divides nasal cavities (Think divided votes)
- -On the inner portion of the eye socket. (Lacrima means “tear in latin”
- -These ribs are attached only to the vertebrae posterialy (There are 2 of them)
- -Suture that separates the skull into right and left sides (think sagittal plane)
- Bone -Corresponds to the occipital lobe of the brain
- -Attachment point for ligaments and muscles of the tongue (Think style - attacments)
- -Think of this as your “top jaw”
- -Do not join the sternum directly, but are connected to the 7th rib via costal cartilage. (There are 3 of them)
- -The crazy nasal cavity bone (comes from greek word for sieve)
31 Clues: -Lower Jaw • -Front of nose • -linkage of bones in spine • -space between bones in spine • -Goes away from/out from ribs? • -Bone structure at end of spine • -Think of this as your “top jaw” • -Cheekbone (Think baby cell, baby cheeks) • -Corresponds to the frontal lobe of the brain • Corresponds to the parietal love of the brain • ...
Muscular/Skeletal System Scavenger Hunt 2024-10-28
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- Spine curves to one side of the body
- Bone pushed out of its joint
- An example of the muscle type pushes food through the stomach and intestines
- Strong cords or tissue that connects bones at the joints
- Them muscle used when doing dip exercises
- Structures where bones meet
- Dystrophy Disease that slowly breaks down muscle, usually inherited
- Wrist and Ankle Joint
- Muscle used when doing Calf Raises
- Fast muscle contractions to raise body temperature
- This bone is named the same for both fingers and toes
- small tears to a muscle or tendon, usually in large muscles that have been overworked
- This big muscle in the body allow you to squat
- Neck Joint
- Brittle and porous bones because of long term deficiencies of calcium and certain hormones
- Break in the bone caused by an injury
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- This function of the muscular system allows you stand up straight
- Muscle contraction releases heat to keep your body the right temperature
- "Use it or ____ it"
- Common in runner and aggressive walkers
- This function of the muscular system allows for you to walk
- Bones protect the body
- Knees and Elbow Joints
- A strong, flexible tissue that provides cushioning at your joints
- Stretching or twisting of ligaments at the joint
- Muscles always ______, never push
- This muscle is in your heart
- Soft Tissue of some bones
- Tough bands of tissue that attach your muscles to bones
- This type of muscle is voluntary
- Hips and Shoulder Joint
31 Clues: Neck Joint • "Use it or ____ it" • Wrist and Ankle Joint • Bones protect the body • Knees and Elbow Joints • Hips and Shoulder Joint • Soft Tissue of some bones • Structures where bones meet • Bone pushed out of its joint • This muscle is in your heart • This type of muscle is voluntary • Muscles always ______, never push • Muscle used when doing Calf Raises • ...
Skeletal system by Karen Rodriguez 2022-03-03
Across
- front of skull.
- 14 bones that are found in the fingers, hands and toes
- lower jaw or jawbone.
- first 7 ribs
- longitudinal arches along the inner and outer sides of the foot and a transverse arch at the ball of the foot.
- forward-facing bone of the three pelvic bones
- bone on the top of the foot
- the cavity or socket of the skull in which the eye and its appendages are situated.
- bones of the wrist that connect
- one of two bones that make up the forearm
- 8-12 ribs
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- two major bones.
- two small oblong bones, varying in size and form in different individuals.
- bones between the wrist bone and fingers
- attached next to and a little below the
- upper part of the leg
- long, flat bone that protects the underlying muscles
- long bone of the upper limb or forelimb
- the outer of the two bones of the forearm
- helps form the orbit, roof of the mouth, and the lateral walls of the nasal cavity.
- collar bone
- joint between the left and right in hip bones
22 Clues: 8-12 ribs • collar bone • first 7 ribs • front of skull. • two major bones. • lower jaw or jawbone. • upper part of the leg • bone on the top of the foot • bones of the wrist that connect • attached next to and a little below the • long bone of the upper limb or forelimb • bones between the wrist bone and fingers • the outer of the two bones of the forearm • ...
Skeletal system by Karen Rodriguez 2022-03-03
Across
- long, flat bone that protects the underlying muscles
- the outer of the two bones of the forearm
- 14 bones that are found in the fingers, hands and toes
- joint between the left and right in hip bones
- attached next to and a little below the
- 8-12 ribs
- lower jaw or jawbone.
- bone on the top of the foot
- bones between the wrist bone and fingers
- helps form the orbit, roof of the mouth, and the lateral walls of the nasal cavity.
- the cavity or socket of the skull in which the eye and its appendages are situated.
- one of two bones that make up the forearm
- forward-facing bone of the three pelvic bones
- two small oblong bones, varying in size and form in different individuals.
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- first 7 ribs
- upper part of the leg
- longitudinal arches along the inner and outer sides of the foot and a transverse arch at the ball of the foot.
- collar bone
- bones of the wrist that connect
- long bone of the upper limb or forelimb
- two major bones.
- front of skull.
22 Clues: 8-12 ribs • collar bone • first 7 ribs • front of skull. • two major bones. • upper part of the leg • lower jaw or jawbone. • bone on the top of the foot • bones of the wrist that connect • attached next to and a little below the • long bone of the upper limb or forelimb • bones between the wrist bone and fingers • the outer of the two bones of the forearm • ...
Crossword Puzzle on Skeletal System 2025-08-15
Across
- Bones held together at the joints with the help of
- Mineral that makes the bones strong
- Joint found in knees, elbows, fingers and toes
- Helps in growth and repair of the body
- The strong, elastic, yellowish/white substances present around the bones
- Bone present in the upper arm
- Thin chord-like structure that connects bones with muscles
- The bones of the limbs are
- Longest thigh bone in the body
- Backbone also known as vertebral column or
- Smallest bone in the body
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- Involuntary muscles present inside the walls of the heart
- Bony structure present in the chest region
- The rigid framework of bones
- Individual small ring like bones in backbone
- Number of bones in an adult human skeleton
- Number of bones ones consists in the skull
- Long, flat bone in ribcage
- Largest and strongest bone in the skull
- Movable lower jaw helps to talk
- It covers and protects the brain
- Soft tissues present in various places in our body
22 Clues: Smallest bone in the body • Long, flat bone in ribcage • The bones of the limbs are • The rigid framework of bones • Bone present in the upper arm • Longest thigh bone in the body • Movable lower jaw helps to talk • It covers and protects the brain • Mineral that makes the bones strong • Helps in growth and repair of the body • Largest and strongest bone in the skull • ...
Life Science Crossword Puzzle 2014-04-15
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- I am change over time.
- I am the key that helps you identify an organism.
- I am the system that helps the muscular by letting you move.
- I am the system that helps you get rid of wastes.
- I am the trait that DOMINATES the other.
- I am what gives you your looks.
- I am the main organ of the respiratory system.
- I am the system where I circulate blood and oxygen.
- one organism benefits and one is harmed.
- I am the system that holds and secretes all the hormones in the body.
- I am the kingdom that has all your greens and veggies and fruits.
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- I am the trait that is usually covered up.
- I protect and keep all your bones and organs in place. I am also the biggest organ there is.
- I am the kingdom that has most decomposers.
- I am the system that keeps your body from getting sick.
- I am the kingdom of the most complex organisms.
- I am the red liquid that flows through your body.
- I am the system that helps you DIGEST food.
- I am the system that controls the breathing and gets rid of carbon dioxide.
- I am the kindom of the most simplest organisms.
- I am the system that keep you strong.
- the study of genes.
- I am the main organ of the circulatory system.
23 Clues: the study of genes. • I am change over time. • I am what gives you your looks. • I am the system that keep you strong. • I am the trait that DOMINATES the other. • one organism benefits and one is harmed. • I am the trait that is usually covered up. • I am the kingdom that has most decomposers. • I am the system that helps you DIGEST food. • ...
Wellness review 2023-09-12
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- The dimension that includes your values
- The dimension that includes friend dynamics
- improvement the training zone with the lowest intensity
- The dimension that includes your hobbies
- The training zone with moderate intensity
- breathing, your heart beating, and moving food through digestive system
- The training zone at moderate-high intensity
- rate Number of beats per minute
- The system that circulates blood (oxygen)
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- The dimension of wellness that includes sleep habits
- factors (2 words) things that affect our body. ex: when you exercise you can get micro tears in your muscles
- Performance The training zone with vigorous intensity
- Run, throw, jump, and move
- attaches to bones and causes the body to move
- The dimension that includes coping strategies
- & Internal the two main types of respiration
- The system that exchanges gases between the body and the environment
17 Clues: Run, throw, jump, and move • rate Number of beats per minute • The dimension that includes your values • The dimension that includes your hobbies • The training zone with moderate intensity • The system that circulates blood (oxygen) • The dimension that includes friend dynamics • The training zone at moderate-high intensity • ...
Review for test 2013-11-27
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- when you start to shiver, it means your internal body temperature has (blank)
- stress hormone that is released
- tissue that binds, supports, and protects structures in the body
- example of epithelial tissue
- the number of organ systems in our bodies
- nervous tissue makes up the (blank)
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- scientific term for goose bumps
- the hypothalamus is like a (blank)
- an organ contains at least two different types of tissues that work together for a common (blank)
- system that destroys and removes invading microbes and viruses from the body
- If you get too hot, you (blank)
- muscle tissue can (blank)
- the (blank) system controls mechanisms involved in homeostasis
- nervous tissues provide (blank)
- major organ of skeletal system
15 Clues: muscle tissue can (blank) • example of epithelial tissue • major organ of skeletal system • scientific term for goose bumps • If you get too hot, you (blank) • stress hormone that is released • nervous tissues provide (blank) • the hypothalamus is like a (blank) • nervous tissue makes up the (blank) • the number of organ systems in our bodies • ...
Crossword Puzzle 2 2014-01-31
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- Glucose is obtained from the ______.
- A group of cells that perform a single function.
- A group of organs that perform closely related functions.
- This system produces gametes.
- This system recognizes and coordinates the body's response to changes.
- This system controls growth, development, and metabolism.
- The liver converts ________ to urea.
- _________ remove urea from the blood.
- Movements of the body are possible because of _______.
- The process in which a stimulus produces a response that opposes the original stimulus.
- This system eliminates waste products from the body.
- This system helps protect the body from disease.
- A group of different types of tissues that work together to perform a single function or several related functions.
- This system transports oxygen, nutrients and hormones to cells.
- This system supports the body and protects internal organs.
- This system works with skletal system to produce voluntary movements.
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- This system is composed by Nose, Pharynx, Bronchi, Larynx, Trachea, Branchioles, Lungs.
- It means "similar standing".
- Your skin and the lining of your stomach are examples of this tissue.
- This type of tissue provides support for the body.
- This system guards against infection, injury and ultraviolet radiation.
- The basic unit of structure and function in living things.
- This organ senses temperature change and sends signals that start or stop cooling mechanisms or heat production.
- Nerve impulses are transmitted throughout the body by ______.
- This system breaks down food, absorbes nutrients and eliminates wastes.
- One of the most important organs for homeostasis.
26 Clues: It means "similar standing". • This system produces gametes. • Glucose is obtained from the ______. • The liver converts ________ to urea. • _________ remove urea from the blood. • A group of cells that perform a single function. • This system helps protect the body from disease. • One of the most important organs for homeostasis. • ...
Body systems 2020-12-09
Across
- What did the purple Amoeba sister says other after the phrase "I know this like the back of my hand"
- this is organ is all over the whole body and is like an outer layer/skin
- your reflexes. you are not REALLY controlling your actions
- when you are controlling your actions with your nervous system
- think about the birds and the bees system
- the thing that keeps your bones together and there are three different types
- this system delivers oxygen to the lungs and exhales carbon dioxide
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- this system helps carry blood and it also involves your heart
- this system allows your body to be a solid figure instead of a mushy blob (it also involves bones)
- a specialized cell transmitting nerve impulses; a nerve cell
- The scientific term for immune system
- this system controls voluntary and involuntary actions
- This system is like the exit because it's purpose is too exile waste from the body
- this help system helps receive nutrients by breaking food down
- Your hands and the rest of your body is made up of these very microscopic things
15 Clues: The scientific term for immune system • think about the birds and the bees system • this system controls voluntary and involuntary actions • your reflexes. you are not REALLY controlling your actions • a specialized cell transmitting nerve impulses; a nerve cell • this system helps carry blood and it also involves your heart • ...
The Skeletal System Week 5 2016-09-16
Across
- A wrist bone
- The thigh bone
- movement in a circular motion
- The collarbone
- The heel bone
- The neck
- Break caused by squeezing or opposing force
- The kneecap
- Tissue that makes up the bone
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- The medial leg bone
- The medial upper arm
- The fingers or toes
- Backward bending of the hand or foot
- Turning the palm or foot upward
- The shoulder blade
- Sideways curvature of the spine
- Chest
- Bending of the joint
- The lateral leg bone
- A broken bone
20 Clues: Chest • The neck • The kneecap • A wrist bone • The heel bone • A broken bone • The thigh bone • The collarbone • The shoulder blade • The medial leg bone • The fingers or toes • The medial upper arm • Bending of the joint • The lateral leg bone • movement in a circular motion • Tissue that makes up the bone • Turning the palm or foot upward • Sideways curvature of the spine • ...
Chapter 5 Skeletal System Crossword 2015-09-27
Across
- Connects hips to spine
- Vertebrae of neck
- Middle region of spinal chord
- Lower back
- Forehead
- Largest bone in body
- Shoulder blade
- Innermost bone between the knee and ankle
- Largest bone in arm
- Protector of organs
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- Wrist bones
- Thickest bone of forearm
- Collerbone
- Hip bone
- Heel bone
- Outermost bone between the knee and ankle
- Kneecap
- Tailbone
- Longest bone of forearm
- Breastbone
20 Clues: Kneecap • Hip bone • Forehead • Tailbone • Heel bone • Collerbone • Lower back • Breastbone • Wrist bones • Shoulder blade • Vertebrae of neck • Largest bone in arm • Protector of organs • Largest bone in body • Connects hips to spine • Longest bone of forearm • Thickest bone of forearm • Middle region of spinal chord • Outermost bone between the knee and ankle • Innermost bone between the knee and ankle
Medical Terminology - The Skeletal System 2018-01-30
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- disease a bone disease of unknown cause characterized by the excessive breakdown of bone tissue, followed by abnormal bone formation.
- an abnormal increase in the outward curvature of the thoracic spine as viewed from the side.
- a type of cancer that occurs in blood making cells found in the red bone marrow.
- fracture a broken bone that occurs when the bone is pressed together on itself.
- a deficiency disease occurring in children.
- specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the foot.
- the five bones that form the palms of the hand.
- the boney structure units of the spinal column.
- the surgical fusion of two bones to stiffen a joint, such as an ankle, elbow, or shoulder.
- a substitute for a diseased or missing body part, such as a leg that has been amputated.
- the surgical suturing, or wiring together, of bones.
- thinner than average bone density.
- blood within a joint.
- an inflammation of the bone marrow and adjacent bone.
- abnormal softening of bones in adults.
- valgus an abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the great toe, also known as a bunion.
- x ray absorptiometry low exposure radiographic measurement of the spine and hips to measure bone density.
- pertaining to the formation of blood cells.
- an abnormal increase in the forward curvature of the lumbar spine.
- an inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the sternum.
- the death of bone tissue due to insufficient blood supply.
- a rounded bony projection on the tibia and fibula on the sides of each ankle joint.
- the abnormal softening of cartilage.
- a malformation of the skull due to the premature closure of the cranial sutures.
- form that part of the foot to which the toes are attached.
- a degenerative disorder that can cause the loss of normal spinal structure and function.
- fracture occurs when a weakened bone breaks under normal strain.
- vertebroplasty performed to treat osteoporosis related compression fractures.
- an abnormal lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine.
- the visual examination of the internal structure of a joint.
- pain of the lumbar region of the spine, also known as low back pain.
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- the surgical loosening of an ankylosed joint.
- the surgical removal of a synovial membrane from a joint.
- arthritis a chronic autoimmune disorder in which the joints and some organs of other body systems are attacked.
- dysplasia a bone disorder of unknown cause that destroys normal bone structure and replaces it with fibrous (scarlike) tissue.
- a slow growing benign tumor derived from cartilage cells.
- fracture one in which the bone is splintered or crushed.
- originating within an individual.
- a mechanical appliance, such as a leg brace or a splint, that is specially designed to control, correct, or compensate for impaired limb function.
- hip fracture usually caused by weakening of the bones due to osteoporosis and can occur either spontaneously or as the result of a fall.
- an inflammation of the periosteum.
- the partial displacement of a bone from its joint.
- originating within another.
- rheumatoid arthritis an autoimmune disorder that affects children ages 16 years or less with symptoms that include stiffness, pain, joint swelling, skin rash, fever, slowed growth, and fatigue.
- the form of arthritis that is most commonly associated with aging.
- bifida a congenital defect that occurs during early pregnancy when the spinal canal fails to close completely around the spinal cord to protect it.
- the forward slipping movement of the body of one of the lower lumbar vertebrae on the vertebra or sacrum below it.
- a benign bony projection covered with cartilage.
- the grating sound heard when the ends of a broken bone move together.
- the surgical fracture of a bone to correct a deformity.
- the bony structure that forms the upper portion of the sternum.
- the surgical removal of a lamina or posterior portion of a vertebra.
- fracture a fracture in which the bone has been twisted apart.
- a marked loss of bone density and an increase in bone porosity that is frequently associated with aging.
- the large circular cavity in each side of the pelvis that articulates with the head of the femur to form the hip joint, also known as the hip socket.
- fixation a fracture treatment in which a plate or pins are placed directly into the bone to hold the broken pieces in place.
- fracture a break in which the bone is broken and there is an open wound in the skin.
- surgeon a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders involving the bones, joints, and muscles.
- spondylitis a form of rheumatoid arthritis that primarily causes inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae.
- an inflammation of a bone.
60 Clues: blood within a joint. • an inflammation of a bone. • originating within another. • originating within an individual. • an inflammation of the periosteum. • the abnormal softening of cartilage. • abnormal softening of bones in adults. • thinner than average bone density. • a deficiency disease occurring in children. • pertaining to the formation of blood cells. • ...
Medical Terminology - The Skeletal System 2018-01-30
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- valgus an abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the great toe, also known as a bunion.
- the surgical fusion of two bones to stiffen a joint, such as an ankle, elbow, or shoulder.
- pertaining to the formation of blood cells.
- blood within a joint.
- fixation a fracture treatment in which a plate or pins are placed directly into the bone to hold the broken pieces in place.
- x-ray absorptiometry low-exposure radiographic measurement of the spine and hips to measure bone density.
- the surgical loosening of an ankylosed joint.
- the grating sound heard when the ends of a broken bone move together.
- originating within another.
- an inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the sternum.
- a slow-growing benign tumor derived from cartilage cells.
- the large circular cavity in each side of the pelvis that articulates with the head of the femur to form the hip joint, also known as the hip socket.
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- spondylitis a form of rheumatoid arthritis that primarily causes inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae.
- the visual examination of the internal structure of a joint.
- fracture a broken bone that occurs when the bone is pressed together on itself.
- fracture one in which the bone is splintered or crushed.
- a malformation of the skull due to the premature closure of the cranial sutures.
- the abnormal softening of cartilage.
- dysplasia a bone disorder of unknown cause that destroys normal bone structure and replaces it with fibrous (scarlike) tissue.
- originating within an individual.
20 Clues: blood within a joint. • originating within another. • originating within an individual. • the abnormal softening of cartilage. • pertaining to the formation of blood cells. • the surgical loosening of an ankylosed joint. • a slow-growing benign tumor derived from cartilage cells. • the visual examination of the internal structure of a joint. • ...
Fallan Pham Skeletal System crossword 2015-09-16
Across
- Joined together
- making a circle from a central point
- enlargement of one or more fingers/toes
- the arms and legs
- shin
- outside
- Tear in a ligament
- sides of the head
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- shaft of the bone
- chest bone
- Bedsores
- Tumor in the cartilage
- sideways curve of the spine
- not attached to costal cartilage
- Used to remove dead skin tissue
- turning the palm/foot upward
- Bone to Bone
- three fused bones, "hip"
- flat surface
- Break at an angle to the bone
20 Clues: shin • outside • Bedsores • chest bone • Bone to Bone • flat surface • Joined together • shaft of the bone • the arms and legs • sides of the head • Tear in a ligament • Tumor in the cartilage • three fused bones, "hip" • sideways curve of the spine • turning the palm/foot upward • Break at an angle to the bone • Used to remove dead skin tissue • not attached to costal cartilage • ...
Fallan Pham Skeletal System crossword 2015-09-16
Across
- sides of the head
- shaft of the bone
- Bedsores
- Tear in a ligament
- Tumor in the cartilage
- chest bone
- turning the palm/foot upward
- flat surface
- shin
- not attached to costal cartilage
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- Joined together
- the arms and legs
- Used to remove dead skin tissue
- enlargement of one or more fingers/toes
- making a circle from a central point
- outside
- Bone to Bone
- sideways curve of the spine
- three fused bones, "hip"
- Break at an angle to the bone
20 Clues: shin • outside • Bedsores • chest bone • Bone to Bone • flat surface • Joined together • the arms and legs • sides of the head • shaft of the bone • Tear in a ligament • Tumor in the cartilage • three fused bones, "hip" • sideways curve of the spine • turning the palm/foot upward • Break at an angle to the bone • Used to remove dead skin tissue • not attached to costal cartilage • ...
